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Omphacite and Tigers Eye 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
3.16-3.432.58-2.64
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
5-66.5-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
SiO2

Omphacite and Tigers Eye Chemical Formula

While comparing Omphacite and Tigers Eye 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 Tigers Eye chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Omphacite- (Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Tigers Eye- SiO2

Omphacite and Tigers Eye Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Omphacite and Tigers Eye Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Omphacite and Tigers Eye Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Omphacite is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Tigers Eye is 2.58-2.64.