Omphacite and Falcons Eye Physical Properties

Omphacite and Falcons Eye Chemical Formula

While comparing Omphacite and Falcons Eye 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 Falcons Eye chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Omphacite- (Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Falcons Eye- SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Omphacite and Falcons Eye Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Omphacite and Falcons Eye Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Omphacite and Falcons Eye Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Omphacite is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Falcons Eye is 2.58-2.64.