Augite and Adularia Physical Properties

Augite and Adularia Chemical Formula

While comparing Augite and Adularia 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 Augite and Adularia chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Augite- (Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al,Ti)(Si,Al) 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Adularia- KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Augite and Adularia Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augite and Adularia Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augite and Adularia Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augite is 2.54-2.61 whereas that of Adularia is 2.54-2.61.