Thaumasite and Matrix Opal Physical Properties

Thaumasite and Matrix Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Thaumasite and Matrix 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 Thaumasite and Matrix Opal chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Thaumasite- Ca 6Si 2(CO 3) 2(SO 4) 2(OH) 12 · 24H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Matrix Opal- SiO2·nH2O

Thaumasite and Matrix Opal Specific Gravity

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