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Wavellite and Zircon Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
insoluble
insoluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.363.93-4.73
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, UnevenArthur Thomas, Fibrous
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct
{110} and {111}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-47.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
ZrSiO4

Wavellite and Zircon Chemical Formula

While comparing Wavellite and Zircon 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 Zircon 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 Zircon- ZrSiO4

Wavellite and Zircon Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Wavellite and Zircon Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Wavellite and Zircon Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Wavellite is 3.93-4.73 whereas that of Zircon is 3.93-4.73.