Binghamite and Precious Opal Physical Properties

Binghamite and Precious Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Binghamite and Precious 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 Binghamite and Precious Opal chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Binghamite- SiO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Precious Opal- SiO 2 · nH 2OGemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Binghamite and Precious Opal Specific Gravity

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