Crystal Quartz and Opal Physical Properties

Crystal Quartz and Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Crystal Quartz 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 Crystal Quartz and Opal chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Crystal Quartz- SiO2
• Chemical formula of Opal- SiO₂ · nH₂O

Crystal Quartz and Opal Specific Gravity

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