Omphacite and Hackmanite Physical Properties

Omphacite and Hackmanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Omphacite and Hackmanite 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 Hackmanite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Omphacite- (Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Hackmanite- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Omphacite and Hackmanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Omphacite and Hackmanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Omphacite and Hackmanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Omphacite is 2.27-2.33 whereas that of Hackmanite is 2.27-2.33.