Augelite and Stibiotantalite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
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Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.70-2.75
Not Available
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Cleavage
From the Greek for luster, for its pearly luster on the cleavage.
{???} Perfect
Mohs Hardness
4.5-5
5.5-6
Chemical Composition
Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
SbTaO 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Augelite and Stibiotantalite Chemical Formula
While comparing Augelite and Stibiotantalite 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 Stibiotantalite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Augelite- Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Stibiotantalite- SbTaO 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Augelite and Stibiotantalite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augelite and Stibiotantalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augelite and Stibiotantalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augelite is Not Available whereas that of Stibiotantalite is Not Available.