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Onyx and Wavellite Physical Properties


Wavellite and Onyx Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
insoluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.55-2.70  
2.36  

Fracture
-  
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous  

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

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7  
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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Onyx and Wavellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Onyx 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 Onyx and Wavellite chemical formula.

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Onyx and Wavellite Specific Gravity

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

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