Narsarsukite and Augite Physical Properties

Narsarsukite and Augite Chemical Formula

While comparing Narsarsukite 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 Narsarsukite and Augite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Narsarsukite- Na 2(Ti,Fe)Si 4(O,F) 11Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Augite- (Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al,Ti)(Si,Al) 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Narsarsukite and Augite Specific Gravity

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