Matrix Opal and Ekanite Physical Properties

Matrix Opal and Ekanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Matrix Opal and Ekanite 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 Ekanite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Matrix Opal- SiO2·nH2O
• Chemical formula of Ekanite- ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Matrix Opal and Ekanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Matrix Opal and Ekanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Matrix Opal and Ekanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Matrix Opal is 3.28-3.32 whereas that of Ekanite is 3.28-3.32.