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Angelite and Wax Opal Physical Properties


Wax Opal and Angelite 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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1.98-2.50   

Fracture
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ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)   

Cleavage
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Mohs Hardness
3.5   
5.5-6.5   

Chemical Composition
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SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)   

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Angelite and Wax Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Angelite and Wax Opal 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 Angelite and Wax Opal chemical formula.

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Angelite and Wax Opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Angelite and Wax Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Angelite and Wax Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Angelite is 1.98-2.50 whereas that of Wax Opal is 1.98-2.50.

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