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Andean Opal
Andean Opal

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Andean Opal and Narsarsukite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
Not Available2.72-2.83
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
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Good on {100} and {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available6-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Na 2(Ti,Fe)Si 4(O,F) 11Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Andean Opal and Narsarsukite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andean Opal and Narsarsukite 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 Narsarsukite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Narsarsukite- Na 2(Ti,Fe)Si 4(O,F) 11Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Andean Opal and Narsarsukite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andean Opal and Narsarsukite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andean Opal and Narsarsukite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andean Opal is 2.72-2.83 whereas that of Narsarsukite is 2.72-2.83.