Jacinth and Precious Opal Physical Properties

Jacinth and Precious Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Jacinth and Precious 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 Precious Opal chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Jacinth- ZrSiO4
• Chemical formula of Precious Opal- SiO 2 · nH 2OGemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Jacinth and Precious Opal Specific Gravity

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