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Augelite and Jasper Physical Properties


Jasper and Augelite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.70-2.75  
2.58-2.91  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Conchoidal  

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

Mohs Hardness
4.5-5  
6.5-7  

Chemical Composition
Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
SiO2  

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Augelite and Jasper Chemical Formula

While comparing Augelite and Jasper 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 Jasper chemical formula.

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Augelite and Jasper Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augelite and Jasper Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augelite and Jasper Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augelite is 2.58-2.91 whereas that of Jasper is 2.58-2.91.

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