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Augite and Lawsonite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.19-3.563.09
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
White, Yellow, Pale blue, Brittle, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Perfect, {010} Indistinct
Perfect on {100} and {010}, imperfect on {101}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-68
Amber
2 10
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 Lawsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Augite and Lawsonite 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 Lawsonite 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 Lawsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augite and Lawsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augite and Lawsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augite is 3.09 whereas that of Lawsonite is 3.09.