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Augite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties


Zinnwaldite and Augite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Elastic   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Not Available   

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)   
Not Available   

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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.

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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.

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