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Matrix Opal and Edenite Physical Properties


Edenite and Matrix Opal Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
1.98-2.50  
3.05-3.37  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
None  
Good on (110)  

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.5  
5-6  

Chemical Composition
SiO2·nH2O  
NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2  

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Matrix Opal and Edenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Matrix Opal and Edenite 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 Edenite chemical formula.

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Matrix Opal and Edenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Matrix Opal and Edenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Matrix Opal and Edenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Matrix Opal is 3.05-3.37 whereas that of Edenite is 3.05-3.37.

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