Wavellite and Thomsonite Physical Properties

Wavellite and Thomsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Wavellite and Thomsonite 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 Thomsonite 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 Thomsonite- NaCa 2Al 5Si 5O 20 · 6H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Wavellite and Thomsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Wavellite and Thomsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Wavellite and Thomsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Wavellite is 2.25-2.40 whereas that of Thomsonite is 2.25-2.40.