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Matrix Opal
Matrix Opal

Forsterite
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Matrix Opal and Forsterite Optical Properties

Optical Properties

Luster

Pleochroism

Dispersion

Transparency

Refractive Index

Optic Character

Crystal System

Birefringence

Clarity

 
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0.01
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1.37-1.52
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-9999
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Vitreous
colorless.
0.02
Transparent
1.635-1.671
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Orthorhombic
0.033-0.042
Transparent

Matrix Opal and Forsterite Optic Character

Matrix Opal and Forsterite optical properties play a significant role while distinguishing these gemstones from each other. These properties are influenced by the Matrix Opal Vs Forsterite like crystallographic symmetry, pleochroism,etc. in the crystal. Some of the optical properties are refractive index, luster, optic character, pleochroism etc. Prominent among these is Matrix Opal and Forsterite optic character. You might have noticed your gemologist rotating the gemstone while testing it. Rotating a gemstone along its optic axis helps in determining its optic character.

Matrix Opal and Forsterite Transparency

Similar to their colors, Matrix Opal and Forsterite transparency can also be used as criteria for their primary identification. Although transparency cannot be the only criteria for gemstone identification, it can efficiently used in gemstone grading. Talking about their transparency, Matrix Opal is while Matrix Opal is in appearance.