Omphacite and Dumortierite quartz Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.16-3.43
  
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Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
  
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Cleavage
{110} Good, {110} Good
  
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Mohs Hardness
5-6
  
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Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
  
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Omphacite and Dumortierite quartz Chemical Formula
While comparing Omphacite and Dumortierite quartz 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 Dumortierite quartz chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Omphacite- (Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
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Omphacite and Dumortierite quartz Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Omphacite and Dumortierite quartz Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Omphacite and Dumortierite quartz Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Omphacite is Not Available whereas that of Dumortierite quartz is Not Available.