Amber and Augelite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Soluble
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
1.05-1.10
2.70-2.75
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
None
From the Greek for luster, for its pearly luster on the cleavage.
Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
4.5-5
Chemical Composition
[C,H,O]
Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Amber and Augelite Chemical Formula
While comparing Amber 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 Amber and Augelite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Amber- [C,H,O]
- Chemical formula of Augelite- Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Amber and Augelite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Amber and Augelite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Amber and Augelite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Amber is 2.70-2.75 whereas that of Augelite is 2.70-2.75.
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