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Matrix Opal
Matrix Opal

Uvarovite
Uvarovite



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Matrix Opal and Uvarovite Optical Properties

Optical Properties

Luster

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Vitreous

Pleochroism

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-

Dispersion

0.010.01
0.005 1
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Transparency

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Translucent

Refractive Index

1.37-1.521.87
1 3.25
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Optic Character

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-

Crystal System

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cubic

Birefringence

-9999-9999
0 0.296
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Clarity

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Translucent

Matrix Opal and Uvarovite Optic Character

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

Similar to their colors, Matrix Opal and Uvarovite 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.