Omphacite and Copper Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
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Solubility
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Durability
Not Available
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Specific Gravity
3.16-3.43
Not Available
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Hackly Jagged, torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals)., torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).
Cleavage
{110} Good, {110} Good
None
Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
Cu
Omphacite and Copper Chemical Formula
While comparing Omphacite and Copper 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 Copper chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Omphacite- (Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
- Chemical formula of Copper- Cu
Omphacite and Copper Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Omphacite and Copper Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Omphacite and Copper Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Omphacite is Not Available whereas that of Copper is Not Available.