Common Opal and Gaspeite Physical Properties

Common Opal and Gaspeite Chemical Formula

While comparing Common Opal and Gaspeite 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 Common Opal and Gaspeite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Common Opal- SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
• Chemical formula of Gaspeite- (Ni,Mg,Fe++)CO3

Common Opal and Gaspeite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Common Opal and Gaspeite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Common Opal and Gaspeite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Common Opal is 3.71 whereas that of Gaspeite is 3.71.