Augite and Enstatite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
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Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.19-3.56
3.20-3.25
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
Cleavage
{110} Perfect, {010} Indistinct
Good/distinct on [210]
Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al,Ti)(Si,Al) 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Augite and Enstatite Chemical Formula
While comparing Augite and Enstatite 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 Enstatite 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 Enstatite- Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Augite and Enstatite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augite and Enstatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augite and Enstatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augite is 3.20-3.25 whereas that of Enstatite is 3.20-3.25.