Augite and Pargasite Physical Properties

Augite and Pargasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Augite and Pargasite 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 Pargasite 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 Pargasite- NaCa 2(Mg 4Al)Si 6Al 2O 22(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Augite and Pargasite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augite and Pargasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augite and Pargasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augite is 3.04-3.26 whereas that of Pargasite is 3.04-3.26.