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Scorodite
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Crystal Opal
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Scorodite and Crystal Opal 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
Not Available1.97-2.22
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-45.5-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
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SiO 2 + H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Scorodite and Crystal Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite and Crystal 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 Scorodite and Crystal Opal chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Crystal Opal- SiO 2 + H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Scorodite and Crystal Opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorodite and Crystal Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorodite and Crystal Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorodite is 1.97-2.22 whereas that of Crystal Opal is 1.97-2.22.