Black Opal and Amethyst Physical Properties

Black Opal and Amethyst Chemical Formula

While comparing Black Opal and Amethyst 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 Black Opal and Amethyst chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Black Opal- SiO 2 + H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Amethyst- SiO₂

Black Opal and Amethyst Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Black Opal and Amethyst Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Black Opal and Amethyst Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Black Opal is 2.65 whereas that of Amethyst is 2.65.