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Flint and Wavellite Physical Properties


Wavellite and Flint Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
insoluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
-9999  
2.36  

Fracture
Uneven  
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous  

Cleavage
None  
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
SiO2  
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Flint and Wavellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Flint 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 Flint and Wavellite chemical formula.

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Flint and Wavellite Specific Gravity

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

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