Omphacite and Natrolite Physical Properties

Omphacite and Natrolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Omphacite and Natrolite 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 Natrolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Omphacite- (Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Natrolite- Na 2[Al 2Si 3O 10] · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Omphacite and Natrolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Omphacite and Natrolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Omphacite and Natrolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Omphacite is 2.20-2.26 whereas that of Natrolite is 2.20-2.26.