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Augite and Erythrite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Sectile
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.19-3.56
3.06
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Sectile Curved shavings or scrapings produced by a knife blade, (e.g. graphite).
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Perfect, {010} Indistinct
Perfect on {010}; poor on {100} and { 1 02}.
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
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1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al,Ti)(Si,Al) 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Co3(AsO4)2•8(H2O)

Augite and Erythrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Augite and Erythrite 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 Erythrite 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 Erythrite- Co3(AsO4)2•8(H2O)

Augite and Erythrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augite and Erythrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augite and Erythrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augite is 3.06 whereas that of Erythrite is 3.06.