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Matrix Opal
Matrix Opal

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Matrix Opal and Demantoid Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

-
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Solubility

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-

Durability

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-

Specific Gravity

1.98-2.503.77-3.95
1 7.18
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Fracture

Conchoidal
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Cleavage

None
Imperfect

Mohs Hardness

5.5-6.56.5
2 10
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Chemical Composition

SiO2·nH2O
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Matrix Opal and Demantoid Chemical Formula

While comparing Matrix Opal and Demantoid 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 Demantoid chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Matrix Opal- SiO2·nH2O
  • Chemical formula of Demantoid- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Matrix Opal and Demantoid Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Matrix Opal and Demantoid Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Matrix Opal and Demantoid Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Matrix Opal is 3.77-3.95 whereas that of Demantoid is 3.77-3.95.