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Ametrine and Augite Physical Properties

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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
2.65
3.19-3.56
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Indiscernible
{110} Perfect, {010} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al,Ti)(Si,Al) 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Ametrine and Augite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ametrine and Augite 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 Ametrine and Augite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ametrine- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Augite- (Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al,Ti)(Si,Al) 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Ametrine and Augite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ametrine and Augite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ametrine and Augite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ametrine is 3.19-3.56 whereas that of Augite is 3.19-3.56.

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