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Moroxite and Omphacite Physical Properties


Omphacite and Moroxite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.13-3.26   
3.16-3.43   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
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{110} Good, {110} Good   

Mohs Hardness
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5-6   

Chemical Composition
Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)   

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Moroxite and Omphacite Chemical Formula

While comparing Moroxite 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 Moroxite and Omphacite chemical formula.

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Moroxite and Omphacite Specific Gravity

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

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