Druzy and Boulder Opal Physical Properties

Druzy

Boulder Opal

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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

Not Available1.98-2.25

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

None

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

2.5-35-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

SiO 2 + H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Druzy and Boulder Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Druzy and Boulder 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 Druzy and Boulder Opal chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Druzy- Au
Chemical formula of Boulder Opal- SiO 2 + H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Druzy and Boulder Opal Specific Gravity

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