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Cinnabar and Augelite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Slightly sectile
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
1.04 x 10−25 g per 100 ml water (Ksp at 25°C = 2 x 10−32)
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2
2.70-2.75
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Prismatic {10 1 0}, perfect
From the Greek for luster, for its pearly luster on the cleavage.
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
4.5-5
1.8 Chemical Composition
HgSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Cinnabar and Augelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Cinnabar 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 Cinnabar and Augelite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Cinnabar- HgSMichael 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)

Cinnabar and Augelite Specific Gravity

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