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