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Papagoite and Wernerite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.25
2.50-2.80
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic
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1.6 Cleavage
Imperfect in one direction
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
5-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Na 4(Al,Si) 12O 24Cl to Ca 4(Si,Al) 12O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Papagoite and Wernerite Chemical Formula

While comparing Papagoite and Wernerite 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 Papagoite and Wernerite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Papagoite- CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Wernerite- Na 4(Al,Si) 12O 24Cl to Ca 4(Si,Al) 12O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Papagoite and Wernerite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Papagoite and Wernerite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Papagoite and Wernerite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Papagoite is 2.50-2.80 whereas that of Wernerite is 2.50-2.80.