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Elaeolite and Wavellite Physical Properties


Wavellite and Elaeolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
insoluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.55-2.67  
2.36  

Fracture
-  
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous  

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

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
Na, K, Ca, H, O, Si, Al  
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Elaeolite and Wavellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Elaeolite 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 Elaeolite and Wavellite chemical formula.

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Elaeolite and Wavellite Specific Gravity

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

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