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Romanchite and Wavellite Physical Properties


Wavellite and Romanchite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
insoluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
4.70-4.74  
2.36  

Fracture
-  
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous  

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

Mohs Hardness
5-6  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
BaAl2Si2O8  
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Romanchite and Wavellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Romanchite 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 Romanchite and Wavellite chemical formula.

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Romanchite and Wavellite Specific Gravity

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

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