Omphacite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties

Omphacite

Zinnwaldite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Elastic

1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.16-3.432.9-3.1

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal

Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

{110} Good, {110} Good

Perfect basal {001}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-63.5-4.0

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

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Omphacite and Zinnwaldite Chemical Formula

While comparing Omphacite and Zinnwaldite 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 Zinnwaldite 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 Zinnwaldite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Omphacite and Zinnwaldite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Omphacite and Zinnwaldite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Omphacite is 2.9-3.1 whereas that of Zinnwaldite is 2.9-3.1.