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Wavellite and Angelite Physical Properties


Angelite and Wavellite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
insoluble  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.36  
-9999  

Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous  
-  

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

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4  
3.5  

Chemical Composition
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
CaSO4·2H2O  

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Wavellite and Angelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Wavellite and Angelite 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 Angelite chemical formula.

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Wavellite and Angelite Specific Gravity

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

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