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Matrix Opal
Matrix Opal

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Matrix Opal and Variscite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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1.98-2.50
Conchoidal
None
5.5-6.5
SiO2·nH2O
 
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2.42-2.58
Conchoidal, Splintery, ConchoidalWalter Schumann
[010] perfect
4-5
AlPO4 · 2(H2O)

Matrix Opal and Variscite Chemical Formula

While comparing Matrix Opal and Variscite 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 Variscite chemical formula.

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Matrix Opal and Variscite Specific Gravity

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