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Augelite and Glaucophane 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
3-3.15
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
From the Greek for luster, for its pearly luster on the cleavage.
Good on [110] and on [001]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.5-5
6.0-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
[ ]Na2(Mg3Al2)Si8O22(OH)2

Augelite and Glaucophane Chemical Formula

While comparing Augelite and Glaucophane 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 Glaucophane chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Augelite- Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Glaucophane- [ ]Na2(Mg3Al2)Si8O22(OH)2

Augelite and Glaucophane Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augelite and Glaucophane Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augelite and Glaucophane Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augelite is 3-3.15 whereas that of Glaucophane is 3-3.15.