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Omphacite and Gypsum Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Flexible
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Soluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.16-3.43
2.20-2.40
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Conchoidal, Splintery, Fibrous, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good, {110} Good
Perfect on {010}, distinct on {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
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1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Omphacite and Gypsum Chemical Formula

While comparing Omphacite and Gypsum 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 Gypsum chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Omphacite- (Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Gypsum- CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Omphacite and Gypsum Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Omphacite and Gypsum Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Omphacite and Gypsum Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Omphacite is 2.20-2.40 whereas that of Gypsum is 2.20-2.40.