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Marialite
Marialite

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Marialite and Wax Opal Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
Brittle
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2.50
Uneven, Conchoidal
Distinct on {100} and {110}
5.5-6
3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
 
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-
1.98-2.50
ConchoidalWalter Schumann
None
5.5-6.5
SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Marialite and Wax Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Marialite and Wax 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 Wax Opal chemical formula.

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Marialite and Wax Opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Marialite and Wax Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Marialite Vs Wax Opal during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Marialite is whereas that of Wax Opal is .