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Matrix Opal and Uvite Physical Properties


Uvite and Matrix Opal Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
1.98-2.50  
2.97-3.14  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Uneven, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
None  
{1011} Indistinct  

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.5  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
SiO2·nH2O  
Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)  

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Matrix Opal and Uvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Matrix Opal and Uvite 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 Uvite chemical formula.

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Matrix Opal and Uvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Matrix Opal and Uvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Matrix Opal and Uvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Matrix Opal is 2.97-3.14 whereas that of Uvite is 2.97-3.14.

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