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Augelite and Diamond Physical Properties


Diamond and Augelite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Soluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.70-2.75   
3.50-3.53   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
From the Greek for luster, for its pearly luster on the cleavage.   
111 (perfect in four directions)   

Mohs Hardness
4.5-5   
10   

Chemical Composition
Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
C   

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Augelite and Diamond Chemical Formula

While comparing Augelite and Diamond 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 Diamond chemical formula.

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Augelite and Diamond Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augelite and Diamond Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augelite and Diamond Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augelite is 3.50-3.53 whereas that of Diamond is 3.50-3.53.

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