Opal and Strontianite Physical Properties

Opal and Strontianite Chemical Formula

While comparing Opal and Strontianite 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 Strontianite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Opal- SiO₂ · nH₂O
• Chemical formula of Strontianite- SrCO 3Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Opal and Strontianite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Opal and Strontianite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Opal and Strontianite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Opal is 3.63-3.79 whereas that of Strontianite is 3.63-3.79.