Augite and Ekanite Physical Properties

Augite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.19-3.563.28-3.32

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal

Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

{110} Perfect, {010} Indistinct

{101} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-66-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al,Ti)(Si,Al) 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Augite and Ekanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Augite and Ekanite 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 Ekanite 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 Ekanite- ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

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Augite and Ekanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augite and Ekanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augite and Ekanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augite is 3.28-3.32 whereas that of Ekanite is 3.28-3.32.