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Goldstone 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
2.50-2.803.16-3.43
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
None
{110} Good, {110} Good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
65-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Au
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Goldstone and Omphacite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goldstone 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 Goldstone and Omphacite chemical formula.

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

Goldstone and Omphacite Specific Gravity

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