Matrix Opal and Thulite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
1.98-2.50
  
3.1
  
Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)
  
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
  
Cleavage
Not Available
  
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
  
Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.5
  
6-7
  
Chemical Composition
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Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
  
Matrix Opal and Thulite Chemical Formula
While comparing Matrix Opal and Thulite 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 Thulite chemical formula.
>- Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
Matrix Opal and Thulite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Matrix Opal and Thulite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Matrix Opal and Thulite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Matrix Opal is 3.1 whereas that of Thulite is 3.1.