Calcite Satin Spar and Opal Physical Properties

Calcite Satin Spar and Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Calcite Satin Spar 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 Calcite Satin Spar and Opal chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Calcite Satin Spar- CaCO 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Opal- SiO₂ · nH₂O

Calcite Satin Spar and Opal Specific Gravity

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