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Omphacite
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Omphacite and Hessonite Garnet Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.16-3.43Not Available
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
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1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good, {110} Good
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
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Omphacite and Hessonite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Omphacite and Hessonite Garnet 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 Hessonite Garnet 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 Hessonite Garnet Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Omphacite and Hessonite Garnet Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Omphacite and Hessonite Garnet Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Omphacite is Not Available whereas that of Hessonite Garnet is Not Available.