Moss Opal and Tahitian pearl Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
1.98-2.50
  
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Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)
  
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Cleavage
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Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.5
  
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Chemical Composition
SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
  
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Moss Opal and Tahitian pearl Chemical Formula
While comparing Moss Opal and Tahitian pearl 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 Moss Opal and Tahitian pearl chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Moss Opal- SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
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Moss Opal and Tahitian pearl Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Moss Opal and Tahitian pearl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Moss Opal and Tahitian pearl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Moss Opal is Not Available whereas that of Tahitian pearl is Not Available.