Emerald and Andean Opal Physical Properties

Emerald

Andean 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

Hard

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1.4 Specific Gravity

2.67-2.78

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1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)

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1.6 Cleavage

Imperfect on the [0001]

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.5-8

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1.8 Chemical Composition

Be₃Al₂SiO₆

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Emerald and Andean Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Emerald and Andean 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 Emerald and Andean Opal chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Emerald- Be₃Al₂SiO₆

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Emerald and Andean Opal Specific Gravity

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