Hayne and Wavellite Physical Properties

Hayne

Wavellite

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1 Physical Properties

1.2 Tenacity

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1.3 Solubility

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insoluble

1.4 Durability

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1.5 Specific Gravity

2.40-2.502.36

1 7.18

2.5 Fracture

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Uneven, Subconchoidal, UnevenArthur Thomas, Fibrous

2.6 Cleavage

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

2.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-63.5-4

2 10

2.8 Chemical Composition

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

Hayne and Wavellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hayne 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 Hayne and Wavellite chemical formula.

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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Hayne and Wavellite Specific Gravity

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