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Augelite and Celestine Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.70-2.75
3.90-4.00
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
From the Greek for luster, for its pearly luster on the cleavage.
Perfect on {001}, good on {210}, poor on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.5-5
3-3.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
SrSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Augelite and Celestine Chemical Formula

While comparing Augelite and Celestine 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 Celestine chemical formula.

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

Augelite and Celestine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augelite and Celestine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augelite and Celestine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augelite is 3.90-4.00 whereas that of Celestine is 3.90-4.00.