Jelly Opal and Polyhalite Physical Properties

Jelly Opal and Polyhalite Chemical Formula

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

• Chemical formula of Jelly Opal- SiO2*nH2O
• Chemical formula of Polyhalite- K2Ca2Mg(SO4)4·2H2O

Jelly Opal and Polyhalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Jelly Opal and Polyhalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Jelly Opal and Polyhalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Jelly Opal is 2.78 whereas that of Polyhalite is 2.78.