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Omphacite and Shigaite Physical Properties


Shigaite and Omphacite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Moderately flexible   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.16-3.43   
2.32   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   
Flexible Flexible fragments.   

Cleavage
{110} Good, {110} Good   
Perfect on {0001}   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
2   

Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)   
Not Available   

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Omphacite and Shigaite Chemical Formula

While comparing Omphacite and Shigaite 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 Shigaite chemical formula.

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Omphacite and Shigaite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Omphacite and Shigaite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Omphacite and Shigaite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Omphacite is 2.32 whereas that of Shigaite is 2.32.

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