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Sapphire and Augite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
insoluble
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.95-4.03
3.19-3.56
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
None, but may exhibit parting
{110} Perfect, {010} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
9
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al,Ti)(Si,Al) 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Sapphire and Augite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sapphire 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 Sapphire and Augite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Sapphire- Al 2 O 3
  • Chemical formula of Augite- (Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al,Ti)(Si,Al) 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Sapphire and Augite Specific Gravity

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