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Narsarsukite and Matrix Opal Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.72-2.831.98-2.50
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
Good on {100} and {110}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-75.5-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na 2(Ti,Fe)Si 4(O,F) 11Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
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Narsarsukite and Matrix Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Narsarsukite 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 Narsarsukite and Matrix Opal chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Narsarsukite- Na 2(Ti,Fe)Si 4(O,F) 11Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
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Narsarsukite and Matrix Opal Specific Gravity

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