Omphacite and Rosasite Physical Properties

Omphacite

Rosasite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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Effervesces in cold

1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.16-3.434-4.2

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

{110} Good, {110} Good

Perfect on {100} and {010}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-64

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

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Omphacite and Rosasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Omphacite and Rosasite 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 Rosasite 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 Rosasite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Omphacite and Rosasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Omphacite and Rosasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Omphacite is 4-4.2 whereas that of Rosasite is 4-4.2.