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Omphacite and Pyrite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
insoluble in water
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.16-3.43
5.00-5.20
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good, {110} Good
Indistinct on {001}; partings on {011} and {111}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
FeS 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Omphacite and Pyrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Omphacite and Pyrite 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 Pyrite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Omphacite- (Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Pyrite- FeS 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Omphacite and Pyrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Omphacite and Pyrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Omphacite and Pyrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Omphacite is 5.00-5.20 whereas that of Pyrite is 5.00-5.20.