Flint and Augite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available3.19-3.56

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

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

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

{110} Perfect, {010} Indistinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available5.5-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Flint and Augite Chemical Formula

While comparing Flint and Augite 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 Flint and Augite 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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Flint and Augite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Flint and Augite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Flint and Augite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Flint is 3.19-3.56 whereas that of Augite is 3.19-3.56.