Augite and Alexandrite Physical Properties

Augite

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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

3.19-3.563.69-3.81

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal

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1.6 Cleavage

{110} Perfect, {010} Indistinct

1,1 ; 3,2.

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-68.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al,Ti)(Si,Al) 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

BeAl ₂ O ₄

Augite and Alexandrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Augite and Alexandrite 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 Alexandrite 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 Alexandrite- BeAl ₂ O ₄

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Augite and Alexandrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augite and Alexandrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augite and Alexandrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augite is 3.69-3.81 whereas that of Alexandrite is 3.69-3.81.