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Omphacite and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.16-3.433.0-3.3
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good, {110} Good
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-63.5-4
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
MnCO3

Omphacite and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Omphacite and Rhodochrosite 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 Rhodochrosite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Omphacite- (Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO3

Omphacite and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Omphacite and Rhodochrosite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Omphacite and Rhodochrosite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Omphacite is 3.0-3.3 whereas that of Rhodochrosite is 3.0-3.3.