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Omphacite and Rutilated Quartz Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.16-3.432.65
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good, {110} Good
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-67
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
Quartz: SiO2 Rutile: TiO2

Omphacite and Rutilated Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Omphacite and Rutilated 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 Rutilated Quartz chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Omphacite- (Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Rutilated Quartz- Quartz: SiO2 Rutile: TiO2

Omphacite and Rutilated Quartz Specific Gravity

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