Augite and Bronzite Physical Properties

Augite and Bronzite Chemical Formula

While comparing Augite and Bronzite 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 Bronzite 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 Bronzite- (Mg,Fe) 2Si 2O 6Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Augite and Bronzite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augite and Bronzite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augite and Bronzite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augite is 3.35 whereas that of Bronzite is 3.35.