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Augelite and Sylvite Physical Properties


Sylvite and Augelite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.70-2.75  
1.993  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Uneven  

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)  
KCl  

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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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