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Rhyolite and Wavellite Physical Properties


Wavellite and Rhyolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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insoluble   

Durability
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Specific Gravity
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2.36   

Fracture
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Uneven, Subconchoidal, UnevenArthur Thomas, Fibrous   

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

Mohs Hardness
7   
3.5-4   

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

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Rhyolite and Wavellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhyolite 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 Rhyolite and Wavellite chemical formula.

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Rhyolite and Wavellite Specific Gravity

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

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