Wardite and Torbanite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.81
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Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
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Cleavage
{001} Perfect
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Mohs Hardness
4.5-5
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Chemical Composition
NaAl 3(PO 4) 2(OH) 4 · 2H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Wardite and Torbanite Chemical Formula
While comparing Wardite and Torbanite 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 Wardite and Torbanite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Wardite- NaAl 3(PO 4) 2(OH) 4 · 2H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Wardite and Torbanite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Wardite and Torbanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Wardite and Torbanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Wardite is Not Available whereas that of Torbanite is Not Available.