Augelite and Cuprite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.70-2.75
5.85-6.15
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Metallic, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Cleavage
From the Greek for luster, for its pearly luster on the cleavage.
Fair in four directions forming octahedrons
Mohs Hardness
4.5-5
3.5-4
Chemical Composition
Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Cu 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Augelite and Cuprite Chemical Formula
While comparing Augelite and Cuprite 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 Cuprite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Augelite- Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Cuprite- Cu 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Augelite and Cuprite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augelite and Cuprite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augelite and Cuprite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augelite is 5.85-6.15 whereas that of Cuprite is 5.85-6.15.