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Augelite and Xonotlite Physical Properties


Xonotlite and Augelite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.70-2.75  
2.71-2.72  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Fibrous  

Cleavage
From the Greek for luster, for its pearly luster on the cleavage.  
{???} Good  

Mohs Hardness
4.5-5  
6-6.5  

Chemical Composition
Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
Ca 6Si 6O 17(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Augelite and Xonotlite Chemical Formula

While comparing Augelite and Xonotlite 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 Xonotlite chemical formula.

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Augelite and Xonotlite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augelite and Xonotlite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augelite and Xonotlite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augelite is 2.71-2.72 whereas that of Xonotlite is 2.71-2.72.

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