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Wavellite and Bixbite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
insoluble
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.36Not Available
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, UnevenArthur Thomas, Fibrous
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1.6 Cleavage
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-47.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 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 Bixbite Chemical Formula

While comparing Wavellite and Bixbite 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 Bixbite 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
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Wavellite and Bixbite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Wavellite and Bixbite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Wavellite and Bixbite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Wavellite is Not Available whereas that of Bixbite is Not Available.