Black Opal and Hypersthene Physical Properties

Black Opal and Hypersthene Chemical Formula

While comparing Black Opal and Hypersthene 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 Hypersthene chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Black Opal- SiO 2 + H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Hypersthene- (Fe,Mg) 2Si 2O 6Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Black Opal and Hypersthene Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Black Opal and Hypersthene Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Black Opal and Hypersthene Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Black Opal is 3.45-3.55 whereas that of Hypersthene is 3.45-3.55.