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Augite and Kainite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Soluble
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.19-3.56
2.15
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Splintery, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Perfect, {010} Indistinct
{001}, perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
2.5-3
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al,Ti)(Si,Al) 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
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Augite and Kainite Chemical Formula

While comparing Augite and Kainite 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 Kainite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Augite- (Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al,Ti)(Si,Al) 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
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Augite and Kainite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augite and Kainite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augite and Kainite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augite is 2.15 whereas that of Kainite is 2.15.