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Augite and Verdite Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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3.19-3.56
Uneven, Conchoidal
{110} Perfect, {010} Indistinct
5.5-6
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al,Ti)(Si,Al) 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
 
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2.80-3.0
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{110} Good
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NaFeS2•2(H2O)

Augite and Verdite Chemical Formula

While comparing Augite and Verdite 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 Verdite chemical formula.

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Augite and Verdite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augite and Verdite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augite Vs Verdite during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augite is whereas that of Verdite is .