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Andean Opal and Gibbsite Physical Properties


Gibbsite and Andean Opal Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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2.35   

Fracture
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Fibrous, Difficult, Fibrous   

Cleavage
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{001} Perfect   

Mohs Hardness
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2.5-3   

Chemical Composition
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Al(OH)3   

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Andean Opal and Gibbsite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andean Opal and Gibbsite 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 Andean Opal and Gibbsite chemical formula.

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Andean Opal and Gibbsite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andean Opal and Gibbsite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andean Opal and Gibbsite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andean Opal is 2.35 whereas that of Gibbsite is 2.35.

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