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Brazilianite and Andean Opal Physical Properties


Andean Opal and Brazilianite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.98-2.99   
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Fracture
Conchoidal, Gems   
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Cleavage
(010) Distinct to good   
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Mohs Hardness
5.5   
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Chemical Composition
NaAl 3(PO 4) 2(OH) 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
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Brazilianite and Andean Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Brazilianite and Andean Opal 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 Brazilianite and Andean Opal chemical formula.

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Brazilianite and Andean Opal Specific Gravity

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

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