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Morion 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
2.65
3.19-3.56
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
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{110} Perfect, {010} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
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5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al,Ti)(Si,Al) 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Morion and Augite Chemical Formula

While comparing Morion 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 Morion and Augite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Morion- SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Augite- (Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al,Ti)(Si,Al) 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Morion and Augite Specific Gravity

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