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Chiastolite and Omphacite Physical Properties

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
3.00-3.153.16-3.43
Amber
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
5-5.55-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Chiastolite and Omphacite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chiastolite 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 Chiastolite and Omphacite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chiastolite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Omphacite- (Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Chiastolite and Omphacite Specific Gravity

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