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Matrix Opal and Kainite Physical Properties


Kainite and Matrix Opal Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Soluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
1.98-2.50   
2.15   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)   
Splintery, Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
Not Available   
{001}, perfect   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.5   
2.5-3   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Not Available   

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Matrix Opal and Kainite Chemical Formula

While comparing Matrix Opal and Kainite 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 Kainite chemical formula.

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Matrix Opal and Kainite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Matrix Opal and Kainite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Matrix Opal and Kainite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Matrix Opal is 2.15 whereas that of Kainite is 2.15.

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