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Cordierite and Augelite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.57-2.66
2.70-2.75
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Fair on {100}, poor on {001} and {010}
From the Greek for luster, for its pearly luster on the cleavage.
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
4.5-5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mg2Al4Si5O18
Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Cordierite and Augelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Cordierite 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 Cordierite and Augelite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Cordierite- Mg2Al4Si5O18
  • Chemical formula of Augelite- Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Cordierite and Augelite Specific Gravity

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