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Sard and Omphacite Physical Properties


Omphacite and Sard Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.58-2.63   
3.16-3.43   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
Not Available   
{110} Good, {110} Good   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7   
5-6   

Chemical Composition
SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.   
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)   

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Sard and Omphacite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sard 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 Sard and Omphacite chemical formula.

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Sard and Omphacite Specific Gravity

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

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