Black Opal and Scapolite Physical Properties

Black Opal

Scapolite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

1.97-2.222.58-2.74

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, Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

{100} Distinct, {110} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-6.55.5-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

SiO 2 + H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Na 4Al 3Si 9O 24Cl to Ca 4Al 6Si 6O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Black Opal and Scapolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Black Opal and Scapolite 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 Scapolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Black Opal- SiO 2 + H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
Chemical formula of Scapolite- Na 4Al 3Si 9O 24Cl to Ca 4Al 6Si 6O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

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Black Opal and Scapolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Black Opal and Scapolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Black Opal and Scapolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Black Opal is 2.58-2.74 whereas that of Scapolite is 2.58-2.74.