Wavellite and Titanite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
insoluble
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
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Specific Gravity
2.36
3.48-3.60
Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, UnevenArthur Thomas, Fibrous
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}
Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
5-5.5
Chemical Composition
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , 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 OâDonoghue , 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.