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Sarcopside and Wavellite Physical Properties


Wavellite and Sarcopside Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
insoluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.79-3.94  
2.36  

Fracture
Lamellar, Splintery  
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous  

Cleavage
{100} Good, {001} Good, {010} Poor  
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct  

Mohs Hardness
4  
3.5-4  

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

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Sarcopside and Wavellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sarcopside 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 Sarcopside and Wavellite chemical formula.

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Sarcopside and Wavellite Specific Gravity

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

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