Fuchsite and Augelite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.77-2.88
2.70-2.75
Fracture
Uneven
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
Perfect basal
From the Greek for luster, for its pearly luster on the cleavage.
Chemical Composition
K(Al,Cr) 3Si 3O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Fuchsite and Augelite Chemical Formula
While comparing Fuchsite 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 Fuchsite and Augelite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Fuchsite- K(Al,Cr) 3Si 3O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
- Chemical formula of Augelite- Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Fuchsite and Augelite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Fuchsite and Augelite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Fuchsite and Augelite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Fuchsite is 2.70-2.75 whereas that of Augelite is 2.70-2.75.