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Wavellite and Sillimanite Physical Properties


Sillimanite and Wavellite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Tough  

Solubility
insoluble  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.36  
3.20-3.26  

Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous  
Splintery  

Cleavage
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct  
{010} perfect  

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4  
6-7.5  

Chemical Composition
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Wavellite and Sillimanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Wavellite and Sillimanite 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 Sillimanite chemical formula.

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Wavellite and Sillimanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Wavellite and Sillimanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Wavellite and Sillimanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Wavellite is 3.20-3.26 whereas that of Sillimanite is 3.20-3.26.

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