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Wood Opal and Scorodite Physical Properties


Scorodite and Wood Opal Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
1.98-2.50   
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Fracture
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Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery   

Cleavage
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{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.5   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)   
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Wood Opal and Scorodite Chemical Formula

While comparing Wood Opal and Scorodite 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 Wood Opal and Scorodite chemical formula.

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Wood Opal and Scorodite Specific Gravity

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

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