Moroxite and Augelite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.13-3.26
2.70-2.75
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
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From the Greek for luster, for its pearly luster on the cleavage.
Mohs Hardness
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4.5-5
Chemical Composition
Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Moroxite and Augelite Chemical Formula
While comparing Moroxite 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 Moroxite and Augelite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Moroxite- Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
- Chemical formula of Augelite- Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Moroxite and Augelite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Moroxite and Augelite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Moroxite and Augelite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Moroxite is 2.70-2.75 whereas that of Augelite is 2.70-2.75.