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Ulexite and Precious Opal Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
1.65-1.99
1.98-2.25
1.5 Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, Brittle, Metallic
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Perfect, {110} Perfect
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
5-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
SiO 2 · nH 2OGemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Ulexite and Precious Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Ulexite and Precious 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 Ulexite and Precious Opal chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ulexite- NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Precious Opal- SiO 2 · nH 2OGemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Ulexite and Precious Opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ulexite and Precious Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ulexite and Precious Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ulexite is 1.98-2.25 whereas that of Precious Opal is 1.98-2.25.