Opal and Phosphosiderite Physical Properties

Opal and Phosphosiderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Opal and Phosphosiderite 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 Phosphosiderite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Opal- SiO₂ · nH₂O
• Chemical formula of Phosphosiderite- Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Opal and Phosphosiderite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Opal and Phosphosiderite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Opal and Phosphosiderite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Opal is 2.74-2.76 whereas that of Phosphosiderite is 2.74-2.76.