Wavellite and Hematite Physical Properties
Specific Gravity
2.36
5.00-5.30
Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous
Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal
Cleavage
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct
None, may show partings on {0001} and {10 1 1}
Chemical Composition
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Fe 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Wavellite and Hematite Chemical Formula
While comparing Wavellite and Hematite 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 Hematite 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 Hematite- Fe 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Wavellite and Hematite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Wavellite and Hematite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Wavellite and Hematite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Wavellite is 5.00-5.30 whereas that of Hematite is 5.00-5.30.