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Manganaxinite and Omphacite Physical Properties


Omphacite and Manganaxinite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.314   
3.16-3.43   

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

Cleavage
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{110} Good, {110} Good   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7   
5-6   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)   

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Manganaxinite and Omphacite Chemical Formula

While comparing Manganaxinite 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 Manganaxinite and Omphacite chemical formula.

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Manganaxinite and Omphacite Specific Gravity

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

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