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Precious Opal and Ulexite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
1.98-2.25
1.65-1.99
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
{010} Perfect, {110} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6.5
2-2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO 2 · nH 2OGemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Precious Opal and Ulexite Chemical Formula

While comparing Precious Opal and Ulexite 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 Ulexite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Precious Opal- SiO 2 · nH 2OGemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
  • Chemical formula of Ulexite- NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Precious Opal and Ulexite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Precious Opal and Ulexite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Precious Opal and Ulexite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Precious Opal is 1.65-1.99 whereas that of Ulexite is 1.65-1.99.