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Matrix Opal and Wernerite Physical Properties


Wernerite and Matrix Opal Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
1.98-2.50  
2.50-2.80  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
-  

Cleavage
None  
Perfect  

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.5  
5-6.5  

Chemical Composition
SiO2·nH2O  
Na 4(Al,Si) 12O 24Cl to Ca 4(Si,Al) 12O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  

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Matrix Opal and Wernerite Chemical Formula

While comparing Matrix Opal and Wernerite 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 Wernerite chemical formula.

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Matrix Opal and Wernerite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Matrix Opal and Wernerite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Matrix Opal and Wernerite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Matrix Opal is 2.50-2.80 whereas that of Wernerite is 2.50-2.80.

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