Quartz and Omphacite Physical Properties

Quartz and Omphacite Chemical Formula

While comparing Quartz 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 Quartz and Omphacite chemical formula.

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

Quartz and Omphacite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Quartz and Omphacite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Quartz and Omphacite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Quartz is 3.16-3.43 whereas that of Omphacite is 3.16-3.43.