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Harlequin Opal
Harlequin Opal

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Harlequin Opal and Thulite Physical Properties

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
1.98-2.50
3.1
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.5
6-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)

Harlequin Opal and Thulite Chemical Formula

While comparing Harlequin Opal and Thulite 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 Thulite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Harlequin Opal- SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)

Harlequin Opal and Thulite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Harlequin Opal and Thulite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Harlequin Opal and Thulite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Harlequin Opal is 3.1 whereas that of Thulite is 3.1.