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Sussexite and Wavellite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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insoluble
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.30
2.36
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, Subconchoidal, UnevenArthur Thomas, Fibrous
1.6 Cleavage
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[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mn2+ BO 2(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Sussexite and Wavellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sussexite 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 Sussexite and Wavellite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Sussexite- Mn2+ BO 2(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Wavellite- Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Sussexite and Wavellite Specific Gravity

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

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