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Harlequin Opal
Harlequin Opal

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Harlequin Opal and Hauyne Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Gelatinises in acids
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
1.98-2.50
2.4-2.5
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
Distinct on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.5
5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Harlequin Opal and Hauyne Chemical Formula

While comparing Harlequin Opal and Hauyne 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 Harlequin Opal and Hauyne chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Harlequin Opal- SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Harlequin Opal and Hauyne Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Harlequin Opal and Hauyne Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Harlequin Opal and Hauyne Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Harlequin Opal is 2.4-2.5 whereas that of Hauyne is 2.4-2.5.