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Selenite and Wavellite Physical Properties


Wavellite and Selenite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
insoluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
-9999  
2.36  

Fracture
-  
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous  

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

Mohs Hardness
2  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
CaSO4·2H2O  
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Selenite and Wavellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Selenite 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 Selenite and Wavellite chemical formula.

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Selenite and Wavellite Specific Gravity

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

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