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Wavellite and Vishnevite 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
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1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, UnevenArthur Thomas, Fibrous
Brittle, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct
Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
5-6
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 Vishnevite Chemical Formula

While comparing Wavellite and Vishnevite 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 Vishnevite 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 Vishnevite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Wavellite and Vishnevite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Wavellite and Vishnevite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Wavellite is Not Available whereas that of Vishnevite is Not Available.