Augite and Microcline Physical Properties

Augite

Microcline

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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

3.19-3.562.55-2.63

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal

Uneven, Uneven, Gems

1.6 Cleavage

{110} Perfect, {010} Indistinct

{001} Perfect, {010} Good

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-66-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al,Ti)(Si,Al) 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Augite and Microcline Chemical Formula

While comparing Augite and Microcline 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 Microcline 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 Microcline- KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Augite and Microcline Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augite and Microcline Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augite and Microcline Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augite is 2.55-2.63 whereas that of Microcline is 2.55-2.63.