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Painite and Omphacite Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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4.00-4.03
Conchoidal
Distinct
7.5-8
CaZrBAl 9O 18Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
 
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3.16-3.43
Uneven, Conchoidal
{110} Good, {110} Good
5-6
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Painite and Omphacite Chemical Formula

While comparing Painite and Omphacite 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 Painite and Omphacite chemical formula.

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Painite and Omphacite Specific Gravity

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