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Augite and Cordierite Iolite Physical Properties


Cordierite Iolite and Augite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.19-3.56   
2.56-2.66   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)   

Cleavage
{110} Perfect, {010} Indistinct   
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Mohs Hardness
5.5-6   
7-7.5   

Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al,Ti)(Si,Al) 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
Mg 2Al 4Si 5O 18Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.   

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Augite and Cordierite Iolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Augite and Cordierite Iolite 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 Cordierite Iolite chemical formula.

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Augite and Cordierite Iolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augite and Cordierite Iolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augite and Cordierite Iolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augite is 2.56-2.66 whereas that of Cordierite Iolite is 2.56-2.66.

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