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Wavellite and Gyrolite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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insoluble
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2.36
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct
3.5-4
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
 
Brittle
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2.48
Uneven
Perfect on {001}
2
NaCa16Si23AlO60(OH)8•64(H2O)

Wavellite and Gyrolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Wavellite and Gyrolite 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 Gyrolite chemical formula.

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Wavellite and Gyrolite Specific Gravity

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