Augite and Spinel Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
none
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.19-3.56
3.64-3.66
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
{110} Perfect, {010} Indistinct
None, but may exhibit slight parting
Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al,Ti)(Si,Al) 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
MgAl2O4
Augite and Spinel Chemical Formula
While comparing Augite and Spinel 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 Spinel 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 Spinel- MgAl2O4
Augite and Spinel Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augite and Spinel Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augite and Spinel Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augite is 3.64-3.66 whereas that of Spinel is 3.64-3.66.