Sonolite and Wax Opal Physical Properties

Sonolite and Wax Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Sonolite and Wax 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 Sonolite and Wax Opal chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sonolite- Mn2+9(SiO 4) 4(OH,F) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Wax Opal- SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Sonolite and Wax Opal Specific Gravity

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