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Crystal Opal
Crystal Opal

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Crystal Opal and Bixbite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
1.97-2.22Not Available
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
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1.6 Cleavage
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.57.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO 2 + H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
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Crystal Opal and Bixbite Chemical Formula

While comparing Crystal Opal and Bixbite 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 Crystal Opal and Bixbite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Crystal Opal- SiO 2 + H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
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Crystal Opal and Bixbite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Crystal Opal and Bixbite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Crystal Opal and Bixbite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Crystal Opal is Not Available whereas that of Bixbite is Not Available.