Jet and Augite Physical Properties

Jet and Augite Chemical Formula

While comparing Jet 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 Jet and Augite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Jet- C
• Chemical formula of Augite- (Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al,Ti)(Si,Al) 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Jet and Augite Specific Gravity

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