Wavellite and Cerussite Physical Properties
Solubility
insoluble
insoluble
Specific Gravity
2.36
6.46-6.57
Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous
Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal
Cleavage
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct
Good [110] and [021]
Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
3-3.5
Chemical Composition
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
PbCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Wavellite and Cerussite Chemical Formula
While comparing Wavellite and Cerussite 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 Cerussite 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 Cerussite- PbCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Wavellite and Cerussite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Wavellite and Cerussite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Wavellite and Cerussite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Wavellite is 6.46-6.57 whereas that of Cerussite is 6.46-6.57.