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Kainite and Augelite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Soluble
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.15
2.70-2.75
1.5 Fracture
Splintery, Conchoidal, Brittle
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{001}, perfect
From the Greek for luster, for its pearly luster on the cleavage.
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-3
4.5-5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Kainite and Augelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kainite 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 Kainite and Augelite chemical formula.

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

Kainite and Augelite Specific Gravity

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