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Omphacite and Rose Quartz Physical Properties


Rose Quartz and Omphacite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.16-3.43   
2.65   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)   

Cleavage
{110} Good, {110} Good   
Indiscernible   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
7   

Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)   
SiO2   

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Omphacite and Rose Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Omphacite and Rose Quartz 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 Rose Quartz chemical formula.

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Omphacite and Rose Quartz Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Omphacite and Rose Quartz Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Omphacite and Rose Quartz Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Omphacite is 2.65 whereas that of Rose Quartz is 2.65.

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