Musgravite and Augelite Physical Properties

Musgravite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.62-3.682.70-2.75

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

From the Greek for luster, for its pearly luster on the cleavage.

1.7 Mohs Hardness

8-8.54.5-5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Mg,Fe,Zn)Al 6BeO 12Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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

Musgravite and Augelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Musgravite 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 Musgravite and Augelite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Musgravite- (Mg,Fe,Zn)Al 6BeO 12Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Chemical formula of Augelite- Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Musgravite and Augelite Specific Gravity

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