Clinothulite and Opal Physical Properties

Clinothulite and Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Clinothulite 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 Clinothulite and Opal chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Clinothulite- Ca2(Mg,Fe)3Al2(SiO4)4(OH)4
• Chemical formula of Opal- SiO₂ · nH₂O

Clinothulite and Opal Specific Gravity

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