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Tsavorite and Wavellite Physical Properties


Wavellite and Tsavorite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
insoluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.55-3.73  
2.36  

Fracture
-  
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous  

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

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2(SiO4)3  
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Tsavorite and Wavellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tsavorite 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 Tsavorite and Wavellite chemical formula.

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Tsavorite and Wavellite Specific Gravity

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

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