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Wavellite and Titanite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
insoluble
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.36
3.48-3.60
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, UnevenArthur Thomas, Fibrous
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
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 Titanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Wavellite and Titanite 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 Titanite 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 Titanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Wavellite and Titanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Wavellite and Titanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Wavellite is 3.48-3.60 whereas that of Titanite is 3.48-3.60.