Wax Opal and Riebeckite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
1.98-2.50
3.28-3.44
Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, Splintery, Brittle
Cleavage
Not Available
Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}
Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.5
5.0-6.0
Chemical Composition
SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
Not Available
Wax Opal and Riebeckite Chemical Formula
While comparing Wax Opal and Riebeckite 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 Riebeckite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Wax Opal- SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
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Wax Opal and Riebeckite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Wax Opal and Riebeckite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Wax Opal and Riebeckite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Wax Opal is 3.28-3.44 whereas that of Riebeckite is 3.28-3.44.