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Agate Opal and Richterite Physical Properties


Richterite and Agate Opal Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
1.98-2.50   
3.0-3.5   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)   
Uneven, Brittle   

Cleavage
Not Available   
Perfect   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.5   
5-6   

Chemical Composition
SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)   
Not Available   

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Agate Opal and Richterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Agate Opal and Richterite 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 Agate Opal and Richterite chemical formula.

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Agate Opal and Richterite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Agate Opal and Richterite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Agate Opal and Richterite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Agate Opal is 3.0-3.5 whereas that of Richterite is 3.0-3.5.

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