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