Opal and Gaspite Physical Properties

Opal and Gaspite Chemical Formula

While comparing Opal and Gaspite 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 Opal and Gaspite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Opal- SiO₂ · nH₂O
• Chemical formula of Gaspite- MnAsO₄

Opal and Gaspite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Opal and Gaspite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Opal and Gaspite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Opal is 3.21 whereas that of Gaspite is 3.21.