Cymophane and Opal Physical Properties

Cymophane and Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Cymophane 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 Cymophane and Opal chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Cymophane- BeAl 2O 4Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Opal- SiO₂ · nH₂O

Cymophane and Opal Specific Gravity

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