Augelite and Diopside Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.70-2.75
3.22-3.40
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Conchoidal
Cleavage
From the Greek for luster, for its pearly luster on the cleavage.
Distinct/good on {110}
Chemical Composition
Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
CaMgSi2O6
Augelite and Diopside Chemical Formula
While comparing Augelite and Diopside 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 Diopside chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Augelite- Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Diopside- CaMgSi2O6
Augelite and Diopside Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augelite and Diopside Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augelite and Diopside Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augelite is 3.22-3.40 whereas that of Diopside is 3.22-3.40.