Schorlomite and Augelite Physical Properties

Schorlomite

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

3.77-3.932.70-2.75

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Gems, Conchoidal, Brittle

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

1.6 Cleavage

None

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.54.5-5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Ca 3Ti4+2(Fe3+2Si)O 12Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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

Schorlomite and Augelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Schorlomite 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 Schorlomite and Augelite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Schorlomite- Ca 3Ti4+2(Fe3+2Si)O 12Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Augelite- Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Schorlomite and Augelite Specific Gravity

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