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Augelite and Precious Opal 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
1.98-2.25
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
1.6 Cleavage
From the Greek for luster, for its pearly luster on the cleavage.
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.5-5
5-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
SiO 2 · nH 2OGemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Augelite and Precious Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Augelite and Precious 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 Precious Opal chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Augelite- Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Precious Opal- SiO 2 · nH 2OGemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Augelite and Precious Opal Specific Gravity

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