Augite and Simpsonite Physical Properties

Augite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

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

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

1.6 Cleavage

{110} Perfect, {010} Indistinct

None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-67-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Augite and Simpsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Augite and Simpsonite 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 Simpsonite 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 Simpsonite- Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Augite and Simpsonite Specific Gravity

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