Wavellite and Mother of Pearl Physical Properties

Wavellite and Mother of Pearl Chemical Formula

While comparing Wavellite and Mother of Pearl 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 Mother of Pearl 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
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Wavellite and Mother of Pearl Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Wavellite and Mother of Pearl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Wavellite and Mother of Pearl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Wavellite is 2.65-2.87 whereas that of Mother of Pearl is 2.65-2.87.