While comparing Precious Opal and Orbicular jasper 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 Precious Opal and Orbicular jasper chemical formula.
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Precious Opal and Orbicular jasper Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Precious Opal and Orbicular jasper Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Precious Opal is Not Available whereas that of Orbicular jasper is Not Available.