Citrine and Omphacite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.65
3.16-3.43
Fracture
ConchoidalMichael OâDonoghue, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Cleavage
Indiscernible
{110} Good, {110} Good
Chemical Composition
SiO2
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
Citrine and Omphacite Chemical Formula
While comparing Citrine 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 Citrine and Omphacite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Citrine- SiO2
- Chemical formula of Omphacite- (Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
Citrine and Omphacite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Citrine and Omphacite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Citrine and Omphacite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Citrine is 3.16-3.43 whereas that of Omphacite is 3.16-3.43.