Augite: hardness, streak, luster and crystal system

The properties that identify Augite: its Mohs hardness, luster, streak colour and crystal system.

Augite: hardness, streak, luster and crystal system
MineralMohs hardnessLusterStreakCrystal system
Augite5.5 to 6Vitreous, resinous to dullGreenish-whiteMonoclinic

Common questions

How hard is Augite on the Mohs scale?
5.5 to 6.
What luster does Augite have?
Vitreous, resinous to dull.
What colour is the streak of Augite?
Greenish-white.
What crystal system does Augite have?
Monoclinic.

Sources

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