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Black Opal
Black Opal

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Black Opal and Hambergite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
1.97-2.222.33-2.37
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
Perfect on {010}, good on {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.57.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO 2 + H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
Be 2BO 3(OH)Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Black Opal and Hambergite Chemical Formula

While comparing Black Opal and Hambergite 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 Hambergite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Black Opal- SiO 2 + H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Hambergite- Be 2BO 3(OH)Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Black Opal and Hambergite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Black Opal and Hambergite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Black Opal and Hambergite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Black Opal is 2.33-2.37 whereas that of Hambergite is 2.33-2.37.