White Opal and Pallasite Physical Properties

White Opal and Pallasite Chemical Formula

While comparing White Opal and Pallasite 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 White Opal and Pallasite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of White Opal- SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
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White Opal and Pallasite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is White Opal and Pallasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use White Opal and Pallasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of White Opal is Not Available whereas that of Pallasite is Not Available.