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Lepidocrocite and Matrix Opal Physical Properties


Matrix Opal and Lepidocrocite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
4  
1.98-2.50  

Fracture
Uneven  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
{010} Perfect  
None  

Mohs Hardness
5  
5.5-6.5  

Chemical Composition
FeO(OH)  
SiO2·nH2O  

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Lepidocrocite and Matrix Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Lepidocrocite and Matrix 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 Lepidocrocite and Matrix Opal chemical formula.

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Lepidocrocite and Matrix Opal Specific Gravity

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

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