Mother of Pearl and Augelite Physical Properties

Mother of Pearl

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

2.65-2.872.70-2.75

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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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

2.5-4.54.5-5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Mother of Pearl and Augelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Mother of Pearl 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 Mother of Pearl and Augelite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Augelite- Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Mother of Pearl and Augelite Specific Gravity

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