Opal and Willemite Physical Properties

Opal and Willemite Chemical Formula

While comparing Opal and Willemite 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 Willemite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Opal- SiO₂ · nH₂O
• Chemical formula of Willemite- Zn 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Opal and Willemite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Opal and Willemite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Opal and Willemite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Opal is 3.89-4.18 whereas that of Willemite is 3.89-4.18.