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Tigers Eye and Augelite Physical Properties

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
2.58-2.64
2.70-2.75
1.5 Fracture
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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
6.5-7
4.5-5
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Tigers Eye and Augelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tigers Eye 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 Tigers Eye and Augelite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Tigers Eye- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Augelite- Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Tigers Eye and Augelite Specific Gravity

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