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Boulder Opal and Chabazite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
1.98-2.25
2.08-2.16
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
distinct/good on {1011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6.5
4.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO 2 + H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Boulder Opal and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Boulder Opal and Chabazite 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 Chabazite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Boulder Opal- SiO 2 + H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Boulder Opal and Chabazite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Boulder Opal and Chabazite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Boulder Opal and Chabazite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Boulder Opal is 2.08-2.16 whereas that of Chabazite is 2.08-2.16.

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