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Beryllonite and Augelite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.79-2.87
2.70-2.75
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{010} perfect; {100} good, interrupted; {101} indistinct; {001} in traces
From the Greek for luster, for its pearly luster on the cleavage.
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
4.5-5
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaBePO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Beryllonite and Augelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Beryllonite and Augelite 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 Beryllonite and Augelite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Beryllonite- NaBePO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Augelite- Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Beryllonite and Augelite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Beryllonite and Augelite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Beryllonite and Augelite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Beryllonite is 2.70-2.75 whereas that of Augelite is 2.70-2.75.

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