Wavellite and Annabergite Physical Properties

Wavellite and Annabergite Chemical Formula

While comparing Wavellite and Annabergite 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 Annabergite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Wavellite- Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Annabergite- Ni3(AsO4)2•8(H2O)

Wavellite and Annabergite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Wavellite and Annabergite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Wavellite and Annabergite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Wavellite is 3.07 whereas that of Annabergite is 3.07.