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Hessonite and Wavellite Physical Properties


Wavellite and Hessonite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
insoluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.55-3.73  
2.36  

Fracture
Uneven  
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous  

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

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2(SiO4)3  
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Hessonite and Wavellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hessonite 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 Hessonite and Wavellite chemical formula.

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Hessonite and Wavellite Specific Gravity

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

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