Andean Opal and Purpurite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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3.2-3.4
  
Fracture
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Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
  
Cleavage
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[100] [001] perfect
  
Mohs Hardness
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4-4.5
  
Chemical Composition
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MnPO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
  
Andean Opal and Purpurite Chemical Formula
While comparing Andean Opal and Purpurite 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 Purpurite chemical formula.
>- Chemical formula of Purpurite- MnPO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Andean Opal and Purpurite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andean Opal and Purpurite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andean Opal and Purpurite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andean Opal is 3.2-3.4 whereas that of Purpurite is 3.2-3.4.