METEORS & METEORITES A  B  C  D  E  F  G  H  I  J  K  L  M  N  O  P  Q  R  S  T  U  V  W  X  Y  Z                    HOME ABOUT CATEGORIES SITE MAP COPYRIGHT ADVERTISE CONTACT entire Web this site augite A pyroxene, a complex aluminous silicate of calcium, iron, and magnesium, crystallizing in the monoclinic system, and occurring in many igneous rocks, particularly those of basaltic composition. Augite is a part of a solid solution series, which also includes the minerals hedenbergite and diopside. Related category    • GEOLOGY AND PLANETARY SCIENCE Also on this site: Encyclopedia of Alternative Energy & Sustainable Living Encyclopedia of History Transport Concepts & Designs (partner site) BACK TO TOP