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Augelite and Cymophane Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.70-2.75
3.69-3.81
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
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1.6 Cleavage
From the Greek for luster, for its pearly luster on the cleavage.
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.5-5
8.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
BeAl 2O 4Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Augelite and Cymophane Chemical Formula

While comparing Augelite and Cymophane 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 Cymophane chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Augelite- Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Cymophane- BeAl 2O 4Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Augelite and Cymophane Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augelite and Cymophane Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augelite and Cymophane Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augelite is 3.69-3.81 whereas that of Cymophane is 3.69-3.81.