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Augite and Pyrope Spessartine Physical Properties

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
3.19-3.56
3.62-4.33
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalGemdat.org, Management Team (2012)
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Perfect, {010} Indistinct
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
7-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al,Ti)(Si,Al) 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Augite and Pyrope Spessartine Chemical Formula

While comparing Augite and Pyrope Spessartine 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 Pyrope Spessartine 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 Pyrope Spessartine- Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Augite and Pyrope Spessartine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augite and Pyrope Spessartine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augite and Pyrope Spessartine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augite is 3.62-4.33 whereas that of Pyrope Spessartine is 3.62-4.33.