Adamite and Augelite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
4.32-4.48
2.70-2.75
Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven, Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
{101}, good; {010}, poor
From the Greek for luster, for its pearly luster on the cleavage.
Chemical Composition
Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Adamite and Augelite Chemical Formula
While comparing Adamite and Augelite 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 Adamite and Augelite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Adamite- Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Augelite- Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Adamite and Augelite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Adamite and Augelite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Adamite and Augelite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Adamite is 2.70-2.75 whereas that of Augelite is 2.70-2.75.