Augite and Purpurite Physical Properties

Augite

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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

3.19-3.563.2-3.4

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

{110} Perfect, {010} Indistinct

[100] [001] perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-64-4.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

MnPO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Augite and Purpurite Chemical Formula

While comparing Augite and Purpurite 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 Purpurite 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 Purpurite- MnPO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

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Augite and Purpurite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augite and Purpurite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augite and Purpurite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augite is 3.2-3.4 whereas that of Purpurite is 3.2-3.4.