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Moroxite and Matrix Opal Physical Properties


Matrix Opal and Moroxite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.13-3.26   
1.98-2.50   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)   

Cleavage
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Mohs Hardness
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5.5-6.5   

Chemical Composition
Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
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Moroxite and Matrix Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Moroxite 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 Moroxite and Matrix Opal chemical formula.

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Moroxite and Matrix Opal Specific Gravity

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

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