Wavellite and Norbergite Physical Properties

Wavellite and Norbergite Chemical Formula

While comparing Wavellite and Norbergite 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 Norbergite 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 Norbergite- Mg 3(SiO 4)(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Wavellite and Norbergite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Wavellite and Norbergite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Wavellite and Norbergite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Wavellite is 3.177 whereas that of Norbergite is 3.177.