Opal and Sardonyx Physical Properties

Opal and Sardonyx Chemical Formula

While comparing Opal and Sardonyx 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 Sardonyx chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Opal- SiO₂ · nH₂O
• Chemical formula of Sardonyx- SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Opal and Sardonyx Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Opal and Sardonyx Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Opal and Sardonyx Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Opal is 2.55-2.70 whereas that of Sardonyx is 2.55-2.70.