Augelite and Moissanite Physical Properties

Augelite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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none

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.70-2.753.17-3.24

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

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

(0001) indistinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

4.5-59-9.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

SiCArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Augelite and Moissanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Augelite and Moissanite 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 Moissanite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Augelite- Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Moissanite- SiCArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Augelite and Moissanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augelite and Moissanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augelite and Moissanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augelite is 3.17-3.24 whereas that of Moissanite is 3.17-3.24.