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Topazolite and Wavellite Physical Properties


Wavellite and Topazolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
insoluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.70-4.10  
2.36  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous  

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

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Topazolite and Wavellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Topazolite 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 Topazolite and Wavellite chemical formula.

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Topazolite and Wavellite Specific Gravity

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

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