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Annabergite and Matrix Opal Physical Properties


Matrix Opal and Annabergite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Sectile  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.07  
1.98-2.50  

Fracture
-  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Perfect on {010}, indistinct on {100} and {102}  
None  

Mohs Hardness
2  
5.5-6.5  

Chemical Composition
Ni3(AsO4)2•8(H2O)  
SiO2·nH2O  

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Annabergite and Matrix Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Annabergite and Matrix 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 Annabergite and Matrix Opal chemical formula.

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Annabergite and Matrix Opal Specific Gravity

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

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