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Marialite and Precious Opal Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.501.98-2.25
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {100} and {110}
Not Available
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-65-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
SiO 2 · nH 2OGemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Marialite and Precious Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Marialite 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 Marialite and Precious Opal chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Marialite- 3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Precious Opal- SiO 2 · nH 2OGemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Marialite and Precious Opal Specific Gravity

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