Opal and Povondraite Physical Properties

Opal and Povondraite Chemical Formula

While comparing Opal and Povondraite 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 Povondraite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Opal- SiO₂ · nH₂O
• Chemical formula of Povondraite- NaFe3+3Fe3+6(BO 3) 3Si 6O 18(O,OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Opal and Povondraite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Opal and Povondraite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Opal and Povondraite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Opal is 3.26 whereas that of Povondraite is 3.26.