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Copper and Wavellite Physical Properties

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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
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2.36
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
2.5
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
Cu
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , 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 O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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.