Padparadscha and Boulder Opal Physical Properties

Padparadscha and Boulder Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Padparadscha and Boulder Opal 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 Padparadscha and Boulder Opal chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Padparadscha- Al 2O 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Boulder Opal- SiO 2 + H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Padparadscha and Boulder Opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Padparadscha and Boulder Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Padparadscha and Boulder Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Padparadscha is 1.98-2.25 whereas that of Boulder Opal is 1.98-2.25.