Augelite and Clinozoisite Physical Properties

Augelite

Clinozoisite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.70-2.753.21-3.38

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Irregular/uneven, Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

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

Perfect on {001}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

4.5-56-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Ca 2Al 3(SiO 4) 3(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Augelite and Clinozoisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Augelite and Clinozoisite 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 Clinozoisite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Augelite- Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Clinozoisite- Ca 2Al 3(SiO 4) 3(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

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Augelite and Clinozoisite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augelite and Clinozoisite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augelite and Clinozoisite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augelite is 3.21-3.38 whereas that of Clinozoisite is 3.21-3.38.