Peridot and Augelite Physical Properties

Peridot

Augelite

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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

1.54-1.552.70-2.75

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal

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

1.6 Cleavage

Poor

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-74.5-5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Mg,Fe)₂SiO₄

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

Peridot and Augelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Peridot 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 Peridot and Augelite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Peridot- (Mg,Fe)₂SiO₄
Chemical formula of Augelite- Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Peridot and Augelite Specific Gravity

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