Beryl and Opal Physical Properties

Beryl and Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Beryl and 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 Beryl and Opal chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Beryl- Be₃Al₂Si₆O₁₈
• Chemical formula of Opal- SiO₂ · nH₂O

Beryl and Opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Beryl and Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Beryl and Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Beryl is 1.98-2.25 whereas that of Opal is 1.98-2.25.