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Sillimanite and Wavellite Physical Properties


Wavellite and Sillimanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Tough   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
insoluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.20-3.26   
2.36   

Fracture
Splintery   
Uneven, Subconchoidal, UnevenArthur Thomas, Fibrous   

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

Mohs Hardness
6-7.5   
3.5-4   

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

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Sillimanite and Wavellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sillimanite 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 Sillimanite and Wavellite chemical formula.

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Sillimanite and Wavellite Specific Gravity

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

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