Cymophane and Augelite Physical Properties

Cymophane

Augelite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.69-3.812.70-2.75

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

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From the Greek for luster, for its pearly luster on the cleavage.

1.7 Mohs Hardness

8.54.5-5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

BeAl 2O 4Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Cymophane and Augelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Cymophane 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 Cymophane and Augelite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Cymophane- BeAl 2O 4Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Chemical formula of Augelite- Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Cymophane and Augelite Specific Gravity

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