Catapleiite and Prase Opal Physical Properties

Catapleiite and Prase Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Catapleiite and Prase 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 Catapleiite and Prase Opal chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Catapleiite- Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Prase Opal- SiO 2 + H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Catapleiite and Prase Opal Specific Gravity

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