Augite and Xonotlite Physical Properties

Augite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.19-3.562.71-2.72

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal

Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Difficult, Fibrous

1.6 Cleavage

{110} Perfect, {010} Indistinct

{???} Good

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-66-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al,Ti)(Si,Al) 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Ca 6Si 6O 17(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Augite and Xonotlite Chemical Formula

While comparing Augite and Xonotlite 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 Xonotlite 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 Xonotlite- Ca 6Si 6O 17(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Augite and Xonotlite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augite and Xonotlite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augite and Xonotlite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augite is 2.71-2.72 whereas that of Xonotlite is 2.71-2.72.