Augelite and Boleite Physical Properties

Augelite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.70-2.755.05

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

From the Greek for luster, for its pearly luster on the cleavage.

[001] perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

4.5-53-3.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Pb 26Ag 10Cu 24Cl 62(OH) 48 · 3H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Augelite and Boleite Chemical Formula

While comparing Augelite and Boleite 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 Augelite and Boleite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Augelite- Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Boleite- Pb 26Ag 10Cu 24Cl 62(OH) 48 · 3H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

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Augelite and Boleite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augelite and Boleite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augelite and Boleite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augelite is 5.05 whereas that of Boleite is 5.05.