Quartz and Jelly Opal Physical Properties

Quartz

Jelly Opal

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

2.65

1.98-2.50

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle, Gems

Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

{0110} Indistinct

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-6.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

SiO₂

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Quartz and Jelly Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Quartz and Jelly Opal 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 Quartz and Jelly Opal chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Quartz- SiO₂

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Quartz and Jelly Opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Quartz and Jelly Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Quartz and Jelly Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Quartz is 1.98-2.50 whereas that of Jelly Opal is 1.98-2.50.