Wavellite and Girasol Physical Properties

Wavellite and Girasol Chemical Formula

While comparing Wavellite and Girasol 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 Girasol 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 Girasol- SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Wavellite and Girasol Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Wavellite and Girasol Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Wavellite and Girasol Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Wavellite is 1.98-2.50 whereas that of Girasol is 1.98-2.50.