Wavellite and Milarite Physical Properties

Wavellite and Milarite Chemical Formula

While comparing Wavellite and Milarite 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 Milarite 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 Milarite- KCa 2AlBe 2Si 12O 30 · 0.5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Wavellite and Milarite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Wavellite and Milarite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Wavellite and Milarite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Wavellite is 2.52-2.60 whereas that of Milarite is 2.52-2.60.