Augelite and Jade Physical Properties

Augelite

Jade

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.70-2.752.90-3.38

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

Gemstones of the world (2001), Difficult, Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

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

1 or 2,2 prismatic.

1.7 Mohs Hardness

4.5-56-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Nephrite: Ca₂(Mg,Fe)₅Si₈O₂₂(OH)₂ Jadeite: NaAlSi₂O₆

Augelite and Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Augelite and Jade 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 Jade chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Augelite- Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Jade- Nephrite: Ca₂(Mg,Fe)₅Si₈O₂₂(OH)₂ Jadeite: NaAlSi₂O₆

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Augelite and Jade Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augelite and Jade Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augelite and Jade Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augelite is 2.90-3.38 whereas that of Jade is 2.90-3.38.