Milk Opal and Weloganite Physical Properties

Milk Opal and Weloganite Chemical Formula

While comparing Milk Opal and Weloganite 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 Weloganite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Milk Opal- SiO2·nH2O
• Chemical formula of Weloganite- Na2SrZrSi6O17(OH)3·3H2O

Milk Opal and Weloganite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Milk Opal and Weloganite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Milk Opal and Weloganite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Milk Opal is 3.20-3.22 whereas that of Weloganite is 3.20-3.22.