Diaspore and Augelite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Very brittle
Not Available
Solubility
insoluble
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.30-3.40
2.70-2.75
Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
{010} perfect, {110} distinct, {100} in traces
From the Greek for luster, for its pearly luster on the cleavage.
Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
4.5-5
Chemical Composition
AlO(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Diaspore and Augelite Chemical Formula
While comparing Diaspore 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 Diaspore and Augelite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Diaspore- AlO(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Augelite- Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Diaspore and Augelite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Diaspore and Augelite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Diaspore and Augelite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Diaspore is 2.70-2.75 whereas that of Augelite is 2.70-2.75.