Afghanite and Opal Physical Properties

Afghanite and Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Afghanite and Opal 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 Afghanite and Opal chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Afghanite- (Na,Ca,K) 8(Si,Al) 12O 24(SO 4,Cl,CO 3) 3(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Opal- SiO₂ · nH₂O

Afghanite and Opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Afghanite and Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Afghanite and Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Afghanite is 1.98-2.25 whereas that of Opal is 1.98-2.25.