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Wavellite and Bikolite Physical Properties


Bikolite and Wavellite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
insoluble  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.36  
2.34-2.51  

Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous  
-  

Cleavage
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct  
None  

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4  
-9999  

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

While comparing Wavellite and Bikolite 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 Bikolite chemical formula.

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Wavellite and Bikolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Wavellite and Bikolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Wavellite and Bikolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Wavellite is 2.34-2.51 whereas that of Bikolite is 2.34-2.51.

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