Augite and Plumbogummite Physical Properties

Augite and Plumbogummite Chemical Formula

While comparing Augite and Plumbogummite 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 Plumbogummite 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 Plumbogummite- PbAl3(PO4)(SO4)(OH)6

Augite and Plumbogummite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augite and Plumbogummite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augite and Plumbogummite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augite is 4.014 whereas that of Plumbogummite is 4.014.