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Opal Australia and Gypsum Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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-9999
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None
5.5-6.5
SiO2*nH2O
 
Flexible
Soluble
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2.20-2.40
Conchoidal, Splintery, Fibrous
Perfect on {010}, distinct on {100}
2
CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Opal Australia and Gypsum Chemical Formula

While comparing Opal Australia and Gypsum 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 Australia and Gypsum chemical formula.

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Opal Australia and Gypsum Specific Gravity

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