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Andean Opal
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Andean Opal and Quartz Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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-9999
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None
-9999
SiO2·nH2O
 
Brittle
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2.65
Conchoidal
{0110} Indistinct
7
SiO2

Andean Opal and Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Andean Opal and Quartz 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 Quartz chemical formula.

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Andean Opal and Quartz Specific Gravity

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