Bytownite and Opal Physical Properties

Bytownite and Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Bytownite and 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 Bytownite and Opal chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Bytownite- Ca(70-90%)Na(30-10%)(Al,Si)AlSi 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Opal- SiO₂ · nH₂O

Bytownite and Opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bytownite and Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bytownite and Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bytownite is 1.98-2.25 whereas that of Opal is 1.98-2.25.