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Omphacite and Gyrolite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.16-3.432.48
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Brittle, Uneven, Brittle, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good, {110} Good
Perfect on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-62
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
NaCa16Si23AlO60(OH)8•64(H2O)

Omphacite and Gyrolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Omphacite and Gyrolite 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 Gyrolite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Omphacite- (Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Gyrolite- NaCa16Si23AlO60(OH)8•64(H2O)

Omphacite and Gyrolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Omphacite and Gyrolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Omphacite and Gyrolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Omphacite is 2.48 whereas that of Gyrolite is 2.48.