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Augelite and Sylvite Physical Properties


Sylvite and Augelite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Soluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.70-2.75   
1.993   

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 on [100], [010], [001]   

Mohs Hardness
4.5-5   
2.5   

Chemical Composition
Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Not Available   

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Augelite and Sylvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Augelite and Sylvite 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 Sylvite chemical formula.

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Augelite and Sylvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augelite and Sylvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augelite and Sylvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augelite is 1.993 whereas that of Sylvite is 1.993.

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