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Wavellite and Sinhalite Physical Properties


Sinhalite and Wavellite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
insoluble  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.36  
3.46-3.50  

Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct  
Perfect  

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4  
6-7  

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

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Wavellite and Sinhalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Wavellite and Sinhalite 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 Sinhalite chemical formula.

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Wavellite and Sinhalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Wavellite and Sinhalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Wavellite and Sinhalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Wavellite is 3.46-3.50 whereas that of Sinhalite is 3.46-3.50.

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