Augite and Aventurine Physical Properties

Augite and Aventurine Chemical Formula

While comparing Augite and Aventurine 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 Aventurine 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 Aventurine- SiO₂

Augite and Aventurine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augite and Aventurine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augite and Aventurine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augite is 2.64-2.69 whereas that of Aventurine is 2.64-2.69.