Omphacite and Wernerite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.16-3.43
2.50-2.80
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
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Cleavage
{110} Good, {110} Good
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Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
Na 4(Al,Si) 12O 24Cl to Ca 4(Si,Al) 12O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Omphacite and Wernerite Chemical Formula
While comparing Omphacite and Wernerite 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 Wernerite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Omphacite- (Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
- Chemical formula of Wernerite- Na 4(Al,Si) 12O 24Cl to Ca 4(Si,Al) 12O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Omphacite and Wernerite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Omphacite and Wernerite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Omphacite and Wernerite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Omphacite is 2.50-2.80 whereas that of Wernerite is 2.50-2.80.