Paraiba 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

3.04-3.133.19-3.56

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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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

7-7.55.5-6

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)

Paraiba and Augite Chemical Formula

While comparing Paraiba 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 Paraiba 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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Paraiba and Augite Specific Gravity

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