Wavellite and Azurmalachite Physical Properties
Specific Gravity
2.36
3.70-3.95
Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous
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Cleavage
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct
1,1 basal.
Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
3.5-4
Chemical Composition
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
(Cu) 3(OH) 2(CO 3) 2 + Cu 2(CO 3)(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
Wavellite and Azurmalachite Chemical Formula
While comparing Wavellite and Azurmalachite 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 Azurmalachite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Wavellite- Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Azurmalachite- (Cu) 3(OH) 2(CO 3) 2 + Cu 2(CO 3)(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
Wavellite and Azurmalachite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Wavellite and Azurmalachite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Wavellite and Azurmalachite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Wavellite is 3.70-3.95 whereas that of Azurmalachite is 3.70-3.95.