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Wavellite and Binghamite Physical Properties


Binghamite and Wavellite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
insoluble  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.36  
2.55-2.70  

Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous  
-  

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

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4  
6.5-7  

Chemical Composition
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
SiO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  

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Wavellite and Binghamite Chemical Formula

While comparing Wavellite and Binghamite 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 Binghamite chemical formula.

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Wavellite and Binghamite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Wavellite and Binghamite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Wavellite and Binghamite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Wavellite is 2.55-2.70 whereas that of Binghamite is 2.55-2.70.

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