Starlite and Wavellite Physical Properties

Starlite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

insoluble

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.91-4.732.36

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

Uneven, Subconchoidal, UnevenArthur Thomas, Fibrous

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-7.53.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

ZrSiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Starlite and Wavellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Starlite 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 Starlite and Wavellite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Starlite- ZrSiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Wavellite- Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Starlite and Wavellite Specific Gravity

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