Fancy Diamond and Opal Physical Properties

Fancy Diamond and Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Fancy Diamond 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 Fancy Diamond and Opal chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Opal- SiO₂ · nH₂O

Fancy Diamond and Opal Specific Gravity

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