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Zultanite and Augite Physical Properties


Augite and Zultanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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3.19-3.56   

Fracture
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Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
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{110} Perfect, {010} Indistinct   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7   
5.5-6   

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

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Zultanite and Augite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zultanite 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 Zultanite and Augite chemical formula.

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Zultanite and Augite Specific Gravity

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

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