Rhyolite and Opal Physical Properties

Rhyolite and Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhyolite 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 Rhyolite and Opal chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Rhyolite- 70% SiO2, Al2O3, Na2O, K2O
• Chemical formula of Opal- SiO₂ · nH₂O

Rhyolite and Opal Specific Gravity

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