Morion and Matrix Opal Physical Properties

Morion and Matrix Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Morion and Matrix 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 Morion and Matrix Opal chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Morion- SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
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Morion and Matrix Opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Morion and Matrix Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Morion and Matrix Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Morion is 1.98-2.50 whereas that of Matrix Opal is 1.98-2.50.