Rose Quartz and Augelite Physical Properties

Rose Quartz

Augelite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.65

2.70-2.75

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)

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

1.6 Cleavage

Indiscernible

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

4.5-5

1.8 Chemical Composition

SiO₂

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

Rose Quartz and Augelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rose Quartz 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 Rose Quartz and Augelite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Rose Quartz- SiO₂
Chemical formula of Augelite- Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Rose Quartz and Augelite Specific Gravity

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