Augite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Elastic
  
Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.19-3.56
  
2.9-3.1
  
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
  
Uneven
  
Cleavage
{110} Perfect, {010} Indistinct
  
Perfect basal {001}
  
Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
  
3.5-4.0
  
Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al,Ti)(Si,Al) 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  
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Augite and Zinnwaldite Chemical Formula
While comparing Augite and Zinnwaldite 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 Zinnwaldite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Augite- (Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al,Ti)(Si,Al) 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
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Augite and Zinnwaldite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augite and Zinnwaldite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augite and Zinnwaldite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augite is 2.9-3.1 whereas that of Zinnwaldite is 2.9-3.1.