Boulder Opal and Phosphosiderite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
1.98-2.25
2.74-2.76
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Uneven
Cleavage
Not Available
{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct
Mohs Hardness
5-6.5
3.5-4
Chemical Composition
SiO 2 + H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
Boulder Opal and Phosphosiderite Chemical Formula
While comparing Boulder Opal and Phosphosiderite 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 Phosphosiderite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Boulder Opal- SiO 2 + H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
- Chemical formula of Phosphosiderite- Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
Boulder Opal and Phosphosiderite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Boulder Opal and Phosphosiderite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Boulder Opal and Phosphosiderite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Boulder Opal is 2.74-2.76 whereas that of Phosphosiderite is 2.74-2.76.