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Wavellite and Bowenite Physical Properties


Bowenite and Wavellite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
insoluble  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.36  
2.58-2.80  

Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous  
Uneven, Irregular  

Cleavage
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct  
Perfect  

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4  
5.5  

Chemical Composition
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
(Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)  

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Wavellite and Bowenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Wavellite and Bowenite 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 Bowenite chemical formula.

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Wavellite and Bowenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Wavellite and Bowenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Wavellite and Bowenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Wavellite is 2.58-2.80 whereas that of Bowenite is 2.58-2.80.

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