Opal and Larimar Physical Properties

Opal and Larimar Chemical Formula

While comparing Opal and Larimar 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 Larimar chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Opal- SiO₂ · nH₂O
• Chemical formula of Larimar- Ca 2NaHSi 3O 9Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Opal and Larimar Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Opal and Larimar Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Opal and Larimar Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Opal is 2.74-2.90 whereas that of Larimar is 2.74-2.90.