Precious Opal and Scorodite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
1.98-2.25
  
Not Available
  
Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
  
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery
  
Cleavage
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{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor
  
Mohs Hardness
5-6.5
  
3.5-4
  
Chemical Composition
SiO 2 · nH 2OGemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
  
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Precious Opal and Scorodite Chemical Formula
While comparing Precious Opal and Scorodite 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 Scorodite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Precious Opal- SiO 2 · nH 2OGemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
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Precious Opal and Scorodite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Precious Opal and Scorodite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Precious Opal and Scorodite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Precious Opal is Not Available whereas that of Scorodite is Not Available.