Kmmererite and Opal Physical Properties

Kmmererite and Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Kmmererite and 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 Kmmererite and Opal chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Kmmererite- Mg7Si8O22(OH)2
• Chemical formula of Opal- SiO₂ · nH₂O

Kmmererite and Opal Specific Gravity

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