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Augite and Goshenite Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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3.19-3.56
Uneven, Conchoidal
{110} Perfect, {010} Indistinct
5.5-6
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al,Ti)(Si,Al) 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
 
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2.60-2.90
Conchoidal
3,1 basal
7.5-8
Be3Al2SiO6

Augite and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Augite and Goshenite 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 Goshenite chemical formula.

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Augite and Goshenite Specific Gravity

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