Wax Opal and Chrysoprase Physical Properties

Wax Opal and Chrysoprase Chemical Formula

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

• Chemical formula of Wax Opal- SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
• Chemical formula of Chrysoprase- SiO₂ (with a high level of nickel impurities )

Wax Opal and Chrysoprase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Wax Opal and Chrysoprase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Wax Opal and Chrysoprase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Wax Opal is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Chrysoprase is 2.58-2.64.