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Black Opal and Piemontite 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
1.97-2.22
Not Available
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
[001] good, [100] distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO 2 + H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
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Black Opal and Piemontite Chemical Formula

While comparing Black Opal and Piemontite 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 Piemontite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Black Opal- SiO 2 + H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
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Black Opal and Piemontite Specific Gravity

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