Catapleiite and Wood Opal Physical Properties

Catapleiite and Wood Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Catapleiite and Wood 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 Wood Opal chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Catapleiite- Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Wood Opal- SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Catapleiite and Wood Opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Catapleiite and Wood Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Catapleiite and Wood Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Catapleiite is 1.98-2.50 whereas that of Wood Opal is 1.98-2.50.