Rhodolite and Opal Physical Properties

Rhodolite and Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodolite and 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 Rhodolite and Opal chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Rhodolite- (Mg,Fe)₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂
• Chemical formula of Opal- SiO₂ · nH₂O

Rhodolite and Opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rhodolite and Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rhodolite and Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rhodolite is 1.98-2.25 whereas that of Opal is 1.98-2.25.