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Anglesite and Augelite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
6.30-6.39
2.70-2.75
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
[001] good, [210] distinct
From the Greek for luster, for its pearly luster on the cleavage.
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
4.5-5
1.8 Chemical Composition
PbSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Anglesite and Augelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Anglesite 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 Anglesite and Augelite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Anglesite- PbSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Augelite- Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Anglesite and Augelite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Anglesite and Augelite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Anglesite and Augelite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Anglesite is 2.70-2.75 whereas that of Augelite is 2.70-2.75.

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