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Omphacite and Chrysoberyl Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.16-3.433.69-3.81
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good, {110} Good
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-68.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
BeAl 2 O 4

Omphacite and Chrysoberyl Chemical Formula

While comparing Omphacite and Chrysoberyl 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 Chrysoberyl chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Omphacite- (Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4

Omphacite and Chrysoberyl Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Omphacite and Chrysoberyl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Omphacite and Chrysoberyl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Omphacite is 3.69-3.81 whereas that of Chrysoberyl is 3.69-3.81.