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Omphacite and Marialite Physical Properties


Marialite and Omphacite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.16-3.43   
2.50   

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

Cleavage
{110} Good, {110} Good   
Distinct on {100} and {110}   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
5.5-6   

Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)   
3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   

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Omphacite and Marialite Chemical Formula

While comparing Omphacite and Marialite 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 Marialite chemical formula.

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Omphacite and Marialite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Omphacite and Marialite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Omphacite and Marialite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Omphacite is 2.50 whereas that of Marialite is 2.50.

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