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Smithsonite and Andean Opal Physical Properties

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
4.00-4.65
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1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Sub-Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic
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1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on [1011]
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
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1.8 Chemical Composition
ZnCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Smithsonite and Andean Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Smithsonite and Andean 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 Smithsonite and Andean Opal chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Smithsonite- ZnCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Smithsonite and Andean Opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Smithsonite and Andean Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Smithsonite and Andean Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Smithsonite is Not Available whereas that of Andean Opal is Not Available.

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