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Augelite and Idocrase Physical Properties


Idocrase and Augelite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.70-2.75  
-9999  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
-  

Cleavage
From the Greek for luster, for its pearly luster on the cleavage.  
Indiscernible  

Mohs Hardness
4.5-5  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
Ca10(Mg,Fe)2(Si2O7)2(SiO4)2O(OH)2  

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Augelite and Idocrase Chemical Formula

While comparing Augelite and Idocrase 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 Idocrase chemical formula.

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Augelite and Idocrase Specific Gravity

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

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