Spinel and Wavellite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
none
insoluble
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.64-3.66
2.36
Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Subconchoidal, UnevenArthur Thomas, Fibrous
Cleavage
None, but may exhibit slight parting
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct
Chemical Composition
MgAl2O4
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Spinel and Wavellite Chemical Formula
While comparing Spinel 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 Spinel and Wavellite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl2O4
- Chemical formula of Wavellite- Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Spinel and Wavellite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spinel and Wavellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spinel and Wavellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spinel is 2.36 whereas that of Wavellite is 2.36.