Augite and Nickeline Physical Properties

Augite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.19-3.56Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Conchoidal, Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

{110} Perfect, {010} Indistinct

{1010} Imperfect, {0001} Imperfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-65-5.5

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 Nickeline Chemical Formula

While comparing Augite and Nickeline 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 Nickeline 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 Nickeline Specific Gravity

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