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Tortoiseshell and Wavellite Physical Properties


Wavellite and Tortoiseshell Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
insoluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
1.25-1.35  
2.36  

Fracture
-  
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous  

Cleavage
None  
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
3.5-4  

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

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Tortoiseshell and Wavellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tortoiseshell 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 Tortoiseshell and Wavellite chemical formula.

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Tortoiseshell and Wavellite Specific Gravity

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

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