Augite and Esperite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.19-3.56
4.28-4.42
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Metallic
Cleavage
{110} Perfect, {010} Indistinct
Distinct on [010] and [100] poor on [101]
Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
5-5.5
Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al,Ti)(Si,Al) 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Augite and Esperite Chemical Formula
While comparing Augite and Esperite 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 Esperite 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 Esperite- PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Augite and Esperite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augite and Esperite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augite and Esperite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augite is 4.28-4.42 whereas that of Esperite is 4.28-4.42.