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Augelite and Opal Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
BrittleWalter Schumann
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
hot salt water
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.70-2.751.98-2.25
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
From the Greek for luster, for its pearly luster on the cleavage.
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.5-55-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
SiO2 · nH2O

Augelite and Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Augelite and Opal 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 Opal chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Augelite- Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Opal- SiO2 · nH2O

Augelite and Opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augelite and Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augelite and Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augelite is 1.98-2.25 whereas that of Opal is 1.98-2.25.