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Zinnwaldite and Augite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Elastic
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.9-3.1
3.19-3.56
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect basal {001}
{110} Perfect, {010} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.0
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al,Ti)(Si,Al) 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Zinnwaldite and Augite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zinnwaldite 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 Zinnwaldite and Augite chemical formula.

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

Zinnwaldite and Augite Specific Gravity

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