Thulite and Matrix Opal Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.1
  
1.98-2.50
  
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
  
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)
  
Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
  
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Mohs Hardness
6-7
  
5.5-6.5
  
Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
  
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Thulite and Matrix Opal Chemical Formula
While comparing Thulite 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 Thulite and Matrix Opal chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
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Thulite and Matrix Opal Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Thulite and Matrix Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Thulite and Matrix Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Thulite is 1.98-2.50 whereas that of Matrix Opal is 1.98-2.50.