Precious Opal and Rossmanite Physical Properties

Precious Opal and Rossmanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Precious Opal and Rossmanite 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 Rossmanite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Precious Opal- SiO 2 · nH 2OGemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
• Chemical formula of Rossmanite- ◻(LiAl 2)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Precious Opal and Rossmanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Precious Opal and Rossmanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Precious Opal and Rossmanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Precious Opal is 3 whereas that of Rossmanite is 3.