Omphacite and Microcline Physical Properties

Omphacite

Microcline

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.16-3.432.55-2.63

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Uneven, Uneven, Gems

1.6 Cleavage

{110} Good, {110} Good

{001} Perfect, {010} Good

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-66-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Omphacite and Microcline Chemical Formula

While comparing Omphacite and Microcline 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 Microcline chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Omphacite- (Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
Chemical formula of Microcline- KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Omphacite and Microcline Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Omphacite and Microcline Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Omphacite and Microcline Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Omphacite is 2.55-2.63 whereas that of Microcline is 2.55-2.63.