Wavellite and Tugtupite Physical Properties

Wavellite and Tugtupite Chemical Formula

While comparing Wavellite and Tugtupite 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 Tugtupite 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 Tugtupite- Na 4AlBeSi 4O 12ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Wavellite and Tugtupite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Wavellite and Tugtupite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Wavellite and Tugtupite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Wavellite is 2.30-2.60 whereas that of Tugtupite is 2.30-2.60.