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Omphacite and Soapstone Physical Properties


Soapstone and Omphacite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.16-3.43  
-9999  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
-  

Cleavage
{110} Good, {110} Good  
None  

Mohs Hardness
5-6  
2.5  

Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)  
Mg3(Si4O10)(OH)2  

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Omphacite and Soapstone Chemical Formula

While comparing Omphacite and Soapstone 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 Soapstone chemical formula.

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Omphacite and Soapstone Specific Gravity

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

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