Augite and Augelite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.19-3.56
2.70-2.75
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
{110} Perfect, {010} Indistinct
From the Greek for luster, for its pearly luster on the cleavage.
Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
4.5-5
Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al,Ti)(Si,Al) 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Augite and Augelite Chemical Formula
While comparing Augite 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 Augite and Augelite 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 Augelite- Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Augite and Augelite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augite and Augelite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augite and Augelite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augite is 2.70-2.75 whereas that of Augelite is 2.70-2.75.