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Matrix Opal and Iolite Physical Properties


Iolite and Matrix Opal Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
1.98-2.50   
2.6-2.7   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)   
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Cleavage
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3,1   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.5   
7-7.5   

Chemical Composition
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Mg2Al4Si5O18   

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Matrix Opal and Iolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Matrix Opal and Iolite 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 Iolite chemical formula.

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Matrix Opal and Iolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Matrix Opal and Iolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Matrix Opal and Iolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Matrix Opal is 2.6-2.7 whereas that of Iolite is 2.6-2.7.

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