Copper and Wavellite Physical Properties

Copper

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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insoluble

1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available2.36

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Hackly Jagged, torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals)., torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).

Uneven, Subconchoidal, UnevenArthur Thomas, Fibrous

1.6 Cleavage

None

[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2.53.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Copper and Wavellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Copper and Wavellite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Copper and Wavellite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Copper- Cu
Chemical formula of Wavellite- Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Copper and Wavellite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Copper and Wavellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Copper and Wavellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Copper is 2.36 whereas that of Wavellite is 2.36.