Opal and Sulphur Physical Properties

Opal and Sulphur Chemical Formula

While comparing Opal and Sulphur 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 Sulphur chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Opal- SiO₂ · nH₂O
• Chemical formula of Sulphur- SWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Opal and Sulphur Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Opal and Sulphur Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Opal and Sulphur Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Opal is 2.05-2.08 whereas that of Sulphur is 2.05-2.08.