Jacinth and Jelly Opal Physical Properties

Jacinth and Jelly Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Jacinth and Jelly 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 Jacinth and Jelly Opal chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Jacinth- ZrSiO4
• Chemical formula of Jelly Opal- SiO2*nH2O

Jacinth and Jelly Opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Jacinth and Jelly Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Jacinth and Jelly Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Jacinth is 1.98-2.50 whereas that of Jelly Opal is 1.98-2.50.