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Pearl and Wavellite Physical Properties


Wavellite and Pearl Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
insoluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.60-2.85  
2.36  

Fracture
-  
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous  

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

Mohs Hardness
2.5-4.5  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
CaCO3  
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Pearl and Wavellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pearl 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 Pearl and Wavellite chemical formula.

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Pearl and Wavellite Specific Gravity

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

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