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Black Opal and Idocrase Physical Properties


Idocrase and Black Opal Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
1.97-2.22   
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Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
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Cleavage
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Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
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Chemical Composition
SiO 2 + H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.   
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Optical Properties >>
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Black Opal and Idocrase Chemical Formula

While comparing Black Opal and Idocrase 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 Idocrase chemical formula.

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Black Opal and Idocrase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Black Opal and Idocrase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Black Opal and Idocrase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Black Opal is Not Available whereas that of Idocrase is Not Available.

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