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Matrix Opal and Jasper Optical Properties


Jasper and Matrix Opal Optical Properties


Optical Properties

Luster
Not Available   
Vitreous   

Pleochroism
AbsentWalter Schumann   
AbsentWalter Schumann   

Dispersion
None   
None   

Transparency
Not Available   
Opaque   

Refractive Index
1.37-1.52   
1.540   

Optic Character
Not Available   
Not Available   

Crystal System
Not Available   
Trigonal   

Birefringence
Not Available   
Not Available   

Clarity
Not Available   
OpaqueHerve Nicolas Lazzarelli   

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Matrix Opal and Jasper Optic Character

Matrix Opal and Jasper optical properties play a significant role while distinguishing these gemstones from each other. These properties are influenced by the Matrix Opal and Jasper Physical Properties 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 Jasper 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.

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Matrix Opal and Jasper Transparency

Similar to their colors, Matrix Opal and Jasper 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 Not Available while Matrix Opal is Not Available in appearance.

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