Augelite and Serpentine Physical Properties

Augelite

Serpentine

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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

2.70-2.752.44-2.62

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

Uneven, Uneven, 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

4.5-52.5-5.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

H 4Mg 3Si 2O 9Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Augelite and Serpentine Chemical Formula

While comparing Augelite and Serpentine 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 Serpentine chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Augelite- Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Serpentine- H 4Mg 3Si 2O 9Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

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Augelite and Serpentine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augelite and Serpentine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augelite and Serpentine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augelite is 2.44-2.62 whereas that of Serpentine is 2.44-2.62.