Sample # |
11 |
Mineral
Name |
CLINOPYROXENE (Augite) |
Chemical Composition |
(Ca,Mg,Fe)2(Si,Al)206 |
Luster |
Vitreous |
Color(s) |
Dark green,
black |
Streak Color |
White to grey |
Specifc Gravity |
3.2-3.4 |
Habit |
Prismatic,
tabular, massive |
Cleavage/Fracture |
2 good (90˚) |
Hardness |
5-6 |
Diagnostic Feature(s) | Cleavage angle, habit |