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Omphacite and Kainite Physical Properties


Kainite and Omphacite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Soluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.16-3.43   
2.15   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   
Splintery, Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
{110} Good, {110} Good   
{001}, perfect   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
2.5-3   

Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)   
Not Available   

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Omphacite and Kainite Chemical Formula

While comparing Omphacite and Kainite 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 Kainite chemical formula.

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Omphacite and Kainite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Omphacite and Kainite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Omphacite and Kainite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Omphacite is 2.15 whereas that of Kainite is 2.15.

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