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Moss Opal and Thulite Physical Properties


Thulite and Moss Opal Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
1.98-2.50  
3.1  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Uneven, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
None  
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}  

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.5  
6-7  

Chemical Composition
SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)  
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)  

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Moss Opal and Thulite Chemical Formula

While comparing Moss Opal and Thulite 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 Thulite chemical formula.

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Moss Opal and Thulite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Moss Opal and Thulite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Moss Opal and Thulite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Moss Opal is 3.1 whereas that of Thulite is 3.1.

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