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Papagoite and Wax Opal Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.25
1.98-2.50
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
Imperfect in one direction
Not Available
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
5.5-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Papagoite and Wax Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Papagoite and Wax 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 Papagoite and Wax Opal chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Papagoite- CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Wax Opal- SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Papagoite and Wax Opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Papagoite and Wax Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Papagoite and Wax Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Papagoite is 1.98-2.50 whereas that of Wax Opal is 1.98-2.50.