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Matrix Opal and Clintonite Physical Properties


Clintonite and Matrix Opal Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
1.98-2.50  
3.0-3.1  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
-  

Cleavage
None  
Perfect on {001}  

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.5  
3.5  

Chemical Composition
SiO2·nH2O  
Ca(Mg,Al)3(Al3Si)O10(OH)2  

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Matrix Opal and Clintonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Matrix Opal and Clintonite 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 Clintonite chemical formula.

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Matrix Opal and Clintonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Matrix Opal and Clintonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Matrix Opal and Clintonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Matrix Opal is 3.0-3.1 whereas that of Clintonite is 3.0-3.1.

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