Zultanite and Omphacite Physical Properties

Zultanite and Omphacite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zultanite 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 Zultanite and Omphacite chemical formula.

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

Zultanite and Omphacite Specific Gravity

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