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Matrix Opal and Chrysotile Physical Properties


Chrysotile and Matrix Opal Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
insoluble in water  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
1.98-2.50  
2.51-2.63  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Fibrous  

Cleavage
None  
Perfect basal  

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.5  
2.5-4.5  

Chemical Composition
SiO2·nH2O  
Mg 3(Si 2O 5)(OH) 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)  

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Matrix Opal and Chrysotile Chemical Formula

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

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Matrix Opal and Chrysotile Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Matrix Opal and Chrysotile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Matrix Opal and Chrysotile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Matrix Opal is 2.51-2.63 whereas that of Chrysotile is 2.51-2.63.

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