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Wavellite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties


Zinnwaldite and Wavellite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Elastic  

Solubility
insoluble  
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.36  
2.9-3.1  

Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous  
Uneven  

Cleavage
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct  
Perfect basal {001}  

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4  
3.5-4.0  

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 Zinnwaldite Chemical Formula

While comparing Wavellite and Zinnwaldite 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 Zinnwaldite chemical formula.

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Wavellite and Zinnwaldite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Wavellite and Zinnwaldite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Wavellite and Zinnwaldite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Wavellite is 2.9-3.1 whereas that of Zinnwaldite is 2.9-3.1.

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