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Augite and Mexican fire opal Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.19-3.56
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1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
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1.6 Cleavage
{110} Perfect, {010} Indistinct
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
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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 Mexican fire opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Augite and Mexican fire opal 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 Mexican fire opal 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 Mexican fire opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augite and Mexican fire opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augite and Mexican fire opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augite is Not Available whereas that of Mexican fire opal is Not Available.