Opal Australia and Moonstone Physical Properties

Opal Australia and Moonstone Chemical Formula

While comparing Opal Australia and Moonstone 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 Moonstone chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Opal Australia- SiO2*nH2O
• Chemical formula of Moonstone- Plagioclase Feldspar s: (Na,Ca)Al_1-2Si_3-2O₈ Orthoclase Feldspar : KAlSi₃O₈

Opal Australia and Moonstone Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Opal Australia and Moonstone Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Opal Australia and Moonstone Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Opal Australia is 2.56-2.60 whereas that of Moonstone is 2.56-2.60.