Nosean and Boulder Opal Physical Properties

Nosean and Boulder Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Nosean and Boulder 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 Nosean and Boulder Opal chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Nosean- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Boulder Opal- SiO 2 + H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Nosean and Boulder Opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Nosean and Boulder Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Nosean and Boulder Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Nosean is 1.98-2.25 whereas that of Boulder Opal is 1.98-2.25.