Wavellite and Fayalite Physical Properties

Wavellite and Fayalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Wavellite and Fayalite 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 Fayalite 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
• Chemical formula of Fayalite- Fe 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Wavellite and Fayalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Wavellite and Fayalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Wavellite and Fayalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Wavellite is 4.392 whereas that of Fayalite is 4.392.