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Magnesite and Matrix Opal Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Effervesces in hot HCl
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.92-3.121.98-2.50
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
[10 1 1] perfect
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.55.5-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Magnesite and Matrix Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Magnesite 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 Magnesite and Matrix Opal chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Magnesite- MgCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Magnesite and Matrix Opal Specific Gravity

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