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Omphacite and Vanadinite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.16-3.436.8-7.1
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good, {110} Good
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-63-4
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
C20H36

Omphacite and Vanadinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Omphacite and Vanadinite 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 Vanadinite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Omphacite- (Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Vanadinite- C20H36

Omphacite and Vanadinite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Omphacite and Vanadinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Omphacite and Vanadinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Omphacite is 6.8-7.1 whereas that of Vanadinite is 6.8-7.1.