Wavellite and Milarite Physical Properties
Specific Gravity
2.36
2.52-2.60
Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous
Uneven, Conchoidal
Cleavage
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct
{0001} Imperfect, {1120} Imperfect
Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
5.5-6
Chemical Composition
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
KCa 2AlBe 2Si 12O 30 · 0.5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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 OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Milarite- KCa 2AlBe 2Si 12O 30 · 0.5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , 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.