Milk Opal and Opal Physical Properties

Milk Opal and Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Milk Opal and Opal 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 Milk Opal and Opal chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Milk Opal- SiO2·nH2O
• Chemical formula of Opal- SiO₂ · nH₂O

Milk Opal and Opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Milk Opal and Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Milk Opal and Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Milk Opal is 1.98-2.25 whereas that of Opal is 1.98-2.25.