Angelite and Omphacite Physical Properties

Angelite

Omphacite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available3.16-3.43

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

1.6 Cleavage

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{110} Good, {110} Good

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.55-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Angelite and Omphacite Chemical Formula

While comparing Angelite and Omphacite 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 Angelite and Omphacite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Omphacite- (Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

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Angelite and Omphacite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Angelite and Omphacite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Angelite and Omphacite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Angelite is 3.16-3.43 whereas that of Omphacite is 3.16-3.43.