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Gyrolite and Andean Opal Physical Properties


Andean Opal and Gyrolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
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Solubility
Not Available   
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Durability
Not Available   
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Specific Gravity
2.48   
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Fracture
Brittle, Uneven, Brittle, Uneven   
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Cleavage
Perfect on {001}   
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Mohs Hardness
2   
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Chemical Composition
NaCa16Si23AlO60(OH)8•64(H2O)   
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Gyrolite and Andean Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Gyrolite 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 Gyrolite and Andean Opal chemical formula.

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Gyrolite and Andean Opal Specific Gravity

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

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