Augite and Hauyne Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
Gelatinises in acids
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.19-3.56
2.4-2.5
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
{110} Perfect, {010} Indistinct
Distinct on {110}
Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al,Ti)(Si,Al) 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
Augite and Hauyne Chemical Formula
While comparing Augite and Hauyne 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 Hauyne 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 Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
Augite and Hauyne Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augite and Hauyne Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augite and Hauyne Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augite is 2.4-2.5 whereas that of Hauyne is 2.4-2.5.