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Jasper and Wavellite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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insoluble
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.58-2.91
2.36
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, Subconchoidal, UnevenArthur Thomas, Fibrous
1.6 Cleavage
Indiscernible
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Jasper and Wavellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Jasper 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 Jasper and Wavellite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Jasper- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Wavellite- Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Jasper and Wavellite Specific Gravity

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