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Prase Opal and Rhodolite Physical Properties


Rhodolite and Prase Opal Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
1.98-2.25   
3.84   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Conchoidal   

Cleavage
Not Available   
none, may show indistinct parting   

Mohs Hardness
5-6.5   
7-7.5   

Chemical Composition
SiO 2 + H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.   
(Mg,Fe)3Al2Si3O12   

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Prase Opal and Rhodolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Prase Opal and Rhodolite 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 Rhodolite chemical formula.

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Prase Opal and Rhodolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Prase Opal and Rhodolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Prase Opal and Rhodolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Prase Opal is 3.84 whereas that of Rhodolite is 3.84.

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