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Augite and Smaragdite Physical Properties


Smaragdite and Augite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.19-3.56   
3.24-3.50   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   
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Cleavage
{110} Perfect, {010} Indistinct   
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Mohs Hardness
5.5-6   
5.5   

Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al,Ti)(Si,Al) 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
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Augite and Smaragdite Chemical Formula

While comparing Augite and Smaragdite 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 Smaragdite chemical formula.

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Augite and Smaragdite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augite and Smaragdite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augite and Smaragdite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augite is 3.24-3.50 whereas that of Smaragdite is 3.24-3.50.

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