Soapstone and Omphacite Physical Properties

Soapstone and Omphacite Chemical Formula

While comparing Soapstone 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 Soapstone and Omphacite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Soapstone- Mg3(Si4O10)(OH)2
• Chemical formula of Omphacite- (Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Soapstone and Omphacite Specific Gravity

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