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Shigaite and Wavellite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
Moderately flexible
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2.32
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Perfect on {0001}
2
Pb6Cu3BiS4
 
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insoluble
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2.36
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct
3.5-4
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Shigaite and Wavellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Shigaite 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 Shigaite and Wavellite chemical formula.

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Shigaite and Wavellite Specific Gravity

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