Augelite and Chrome Tremolite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.70-2.75
2.90-3.20
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
From the Greek for luster, for its pearly luster on the cleavage.
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Chemical Composition
Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Augelite and Chrome Tremolite Chemical Formula
While comparing Augelite and Chrome Tremolite 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 Chrome Tremolite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Augelite- Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Chrome Tremolite- Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Augelite and Chrome Tremolite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augelite and Chrome Tremolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augelite and Chrome Tremolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augelite is 2.90-3.20 whereas that of Chrome Tremolite is 2.90-3.20.