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Wavellite and Idocrase Physical Properties


Idocrase and Wavellite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
insoluble  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.36  
-9999  

Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous  
-  

Cleavage
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct  
Indiscernible  

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
Ca10(Mg,Fe)2(Si2O7)2(SiO4)2O(OH)2  

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Wavellite and Idocrase Chemical Formula

While comparing Wavellite and Idocrase 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 Idocrase chemical formula.

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Wavellite and Idocrase Specific Gravity

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

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