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Arfvedsonite and Matrix Opal Physical Properties


Matrix Opal and Arfvedsonite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.3-3.5  
1.98-2.50  

Fracture
Uneven  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Perfect on [110]  
None  

Mohs Hardness
5-6  
5.5-6.5  

Chemical Composition
NaNa2(Fe++4Fe+++)Si8O22(OH)2  
SiO2·nH2O  

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Arfvedsonite and Matrix Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Arfvedsonite 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 Arfvedsonite and Matrix Opal chemical formula.

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Arfvedsonite and Matrix Opal Specific Gravity

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

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