Opal and Liddicoatite Physical Properties

Opal and Liddicoatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Opal and Liddicoatite 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 Liddicoatite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Opal- SiO₂ · nH₂O
• Chemical formula of Liddicoatite- Ca(Li 2Al)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Opal and Liddicoatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Opal and Liddicoatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Opal and Liddicoatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Opal is 3.02 whereas that of Liddicoatite is 3.02.