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Sylvite and Wavellite Physical Properties


Wavellite and Sylvite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
Soluble  
insoluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
1.993  
2.36  

Fracture
Uneven  
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous  

Cleavage
Perfect on [100], [010], [001]  
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct  

Mohs Hardness
2.5  
3.5-4  

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

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Sylvite and Wavellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sylvite 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 Sylvite and Wavellite chemical formula.

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Sylvite and Wavellite Specific Gravity

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

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