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Augelite and Nepheline 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
2.55-2.65
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
From the Greek for luster, for its pearly luster on the cleavage.
[1010] Poor
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.5-5
5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Na 3(Na,K)Al 4Si 4O 16Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Augelite and Nepheline Chemical Formula

While comparing Augelite and Nepheline 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 Nepheline chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Augelite- Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Nepheline- Na 3(Na,K)Al 4Si 4O 16Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Augelite and Nepheline Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augelite and Nepheline Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augelite and Nepheline Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augelite is 2.55-2.65 whereas that of Nepheline is 2.55-2.65.