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Omphacite and Sylvite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Soluble
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.16-3.43
1.993
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good, {110} Good
Perfect on [100], [010], [001]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
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Omphacite and Sylvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Omphacite and Sylvite 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 Sylvite chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Omphacite and Sylvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Omphacite and Sylvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Omphacite is 1.993 whereas that of Sylvite is 1.993.