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Boulder Opal and Angelite Physical Properties


Angelite and Boulder Opal Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
1.98-2.25   
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Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
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Cleavage
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Mohs Hardness
5-6.5   
3.5   

Chemical Composition
SiO 2 + H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.   
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Boulder Opal and Angelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Boulder Opal and Angelite 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 Boulder Opal and Angelite chemical formula.

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Boulder Opal and Angelite Specific Gravity

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

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