Prase Opal and Cavansite Physical Properties

Prase Opal and Cavansite Chemical Formula

While comparing Prase Opal and Cavansite 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 Prase Opal and Cavansite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Prase Opal- SiO 2 + H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Cavansite- Ca(VO)Si4O10•4(H2O)

Prase Opal and Cavansite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Prase Opal and Cavansite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Prase Opal and Cavansite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Prase Opal is 2.25-2.33 whereas that of Cavansite is 2.25-2.33.