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Omphacite and Sapphire Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
insoluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.16-3.43
3.95-4.03
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good, {110} Good
None, but may exhibit parting
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
9
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
Al 2 O 3

Omphacite and Sapphire Chemical Formula

While comparing Omphacite and Sapphire 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 Sapphire chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Omphacite- (Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Sapphire- Al 2 O 3

Omphacite and Sapphire Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Omphacite and Sapphire Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Omphacite and Sapphire Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Omphacite is 3.95-4.03 whereas that of Sapphire is 3.95-4.03.