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Torbanite and Black Opal Physical Properties


Black Opal and Torbanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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1.97-2.22   

Fracture
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ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
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Mohs Hardness
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6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
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SiO 2 + H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.   

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Torbanite and Black Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Torbanite and Black 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 Torbanite and Black Opal chemical formula.

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Torbanite and Black Opal Specific Gravity

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

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