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Wernerite and Augelite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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2.50-2.80
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Perfect
5-6.5
Na 4(Al,Si) 12O 24Cl to Ca 4(Si,Al) 12O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
 
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2.70-2.75
Conchoidal
From the Greek for luster, for its pearly luster on the cleavage.
4.5-5
Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Wernerite and Augelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Wernerite 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 Wernerite and Augelite chemical formula.

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Wernerite and Augelite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Wernerite and Augelite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Wernerite Vs Augelite during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Wernerite is whereas that of Augelite is .