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Wavellite and Ammolite Physical Properties


Ammolite and Wavellite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Not Available   

Solubility
insoluble   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.36   
2.75-2.80   

Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, UnevenArthur Thomas, Fibrous   
Uneven, Granular   

Cleavage
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct   
no true cleavage   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4   
4   

Chemical Composition
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
Not Available   

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Wavellite and Ammolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Wavellite and Ammolite 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 Wavellite and Ammolite chemical formula.

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Wavellite and Ammolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Wavellite and Ammolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Wavellite and Ammolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Wavellite is 2.75-2.80 whereas that of Ammolite is 2.75-2.80.

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