Augelite and Chabazite Physical Properties

Augelite

Chabazite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.70-2.752.08-2.16

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

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

distinct/good on {1011}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

4.5-54.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Augelite and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Augelite and Chabazite 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 Chabazite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Augelite- Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Augelite and Chabazite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augelite and Chabazite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augelite and Chabazite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augelite is 2.08-2.16 whereas that of Chabazite is 2.08-2.16.