Wavellite and Cuprite Physical Properties
Specific Gravity
2.36
5.85-6.15
Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous
Conchoidal
Cleavage
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct
Fair in four directions forming octahedrons
Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
3.5-4
Chemical Composition
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Cu 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Wavellite and Cuprite Chemical Formula
While comparing Wavellite and Cuprite 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 Cuprite 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 Cuprite- Cu 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Wavellite and Cuprite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Wavellite and Cuprite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Wavellite and Cuprite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Wavellite is 5.85-6.15 whereas that of Cuprite is 5.85-6.15.