Omphacite and Hyalite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.16-3.43
Not Available
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Cleavage
{110} Good, {110} Good
Not Available
Mohs Hardness
5-6
5.5-6.5
Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
Omphacite and Hyalite Chemical Formula
While comparing Omphacite and Hyalite 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 Hyalite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Omphacite- (Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
- Chemical formula of Hyalite- SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
Omphacite and Hyalite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Omphacite and Hyalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Omphacite and Hyalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Omphacite is Not Available whereas that of Hyalite is Not Available.