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Omphacite and Bowenite Physical Properties


Bowenite and Omphacite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.16-3.43  
2.58-2.80  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
Uneven, Irregular  

Cleavage
{110} Good, {110} Good  
Perfect  

Mohs Hardness
5-6  
5.5  

Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)  
(Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)  

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Omphacite and Bowenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Omphacite and Bowenite 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 Omphacite and Bowenite chemical formula.

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Omphacite and Bowenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Omphacite and Bowenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Omphacite and Bowenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Omphacite is 2.58-2.80 whereas that of Bowenite is 2.58-2.80.

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