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Augite and Turquoise Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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Soluble
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.19-3.56
2.30-2.90
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Perfect, {010} Indistinct
Good to perfect_usually N/A
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al,Ti)(Si,Al) 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
CuAl6(PO4)4(OH)8 • 4H2O

Augite and Turquoise Chemical Formula

While comparing Augite and Turquoise 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 Turquoise 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 Turquoise- CuAl6(PO4)4(OH)8 • 4H2O

Augite and Turquoise Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augite and Turquoise Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augite and Turquoise Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augite is 2.30-2.90 whereas that of Turquoise is 2.30-2.90.