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Augite and Cymophane Physical Properties


Cymophane 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   
3.69-3.81   

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   
8.5   

Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al,Ti)(Si,Al) 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
BeAl 2O 4Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Augite and Cymophane Chemical Formula

While comparing Augite and Cymophane 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 Cymophane chemical formula.

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Augite and Cymophane Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augite and Cymophane Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augite and Cymophane Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augite is 3.69-3.81 whereas that of Cymophane is 3.69-3.81.

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