Precious Opal and Sunstone Physical Properties

Precious Opal and Sunstone Chemical Formula

While comparing Precious Opal and Sunstone 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 Sunstone chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Precious Opal- SiO 2 · nH 2OGemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
• Chemical formula of Sunstone- Microcline: KAlSi₃O₈ Oligoclase: (Na,Ca)Al_1-2Si_3-2O₈

Precious Opal and Sunstone Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Precious Opal and Sunstone Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Precious Opal and Sunstone Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Precious Opal is 2.62-2.65 whereas that of Sunstone is 2.62-2.65.