Fluorite and Wavellite Physical Properties

Fluorite and Wavellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Fluorite 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 Fluorite and Wavellite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Fluorite- CaF₂
• Chemical formula of Wavellite- Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Fluorite and Wavellite Specific Gravity

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