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Augelite and Richterite Physical Properties


Richterite 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   
3.0-3.5   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Uneven, Brittle   

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

Mohs Hardness
4.5-5   
5-6   

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

While comparing Augelite and Richterite 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 Richterite chemical formula.

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Augelite and Richterite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augelite and Richterite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augelite and Richterite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augelite is 3.0-3.5 whereas that of Richterite is 3.0-3.5.

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