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Augelite and Nuummite Physical Properties


Nuummite and Augelite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.70-2.75   
3.18-3.37   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Conchoidal   

Cleavage
From the Greek for luster, for its pearly luster on the cleavage.   
Perfect on 210   

Mohs Hardness
4.5-5   
5.5-6   

Chemical Composition
Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
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Augelite and Nuummite Chemical Formula

While comparing Augelite and Nuummite 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 Nuummite chemical formula.

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Augelite and Nuummite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augelite and Nuummite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augelite and Nuummite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augelite is 3.18-3.37 whereas that of Nuummite is 3.18-3.37.

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