Augite and Ametrine Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.19-3.56
  
2.65
  
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
  
Not Available
  
Cleavage
{110} Perfect, {010} Indistinct
  
Indiscernible
  
Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
  
7
  
Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al,Ti)(Si,Al) 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  
SiO2
  
Augite and Ametrine Chemical Formula
While comparing Augite and Ametrine 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 Ametrine 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 Ametrine- SiO2
Augite and Ametrine Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augite and Ametrine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augite and Ametrine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augite is 2.65 whereas that of Ametrine is 2.65.