Augite and Taaffeite Physical Properties

Augite and Taaffeite Chemical Formula

While comparing Augite and Taaffeite 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 Taaffeite 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 Taaffeite- Mg 3Al 8BeO 16Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Augite and Taaffeite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augite and Taaffeite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augite and Taaffeite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augite is 3.60-3.61 whereas that of Taaffeite is 3.60-3.61.