Chabazite and Boulder Opal Physical Properties

Chabazite and Boulder Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Chabazite and Boulder 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 Chabazite and Boulder Opal chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Boulder Opal- SiO 2 + H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Chabazite and Boulder Opal Specific Gravity

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