amorphous
Opal
SiO2.nH2O
Quick Facts
Hardness
5.5-6.5
Specific Gravity
1.98-2.25
Refractive Index
1.37-1.47
Crystal Structure
amorphous[none]:{} amorphous
none
Physical Properties
Crystal Systemamorphous
Hardness (Mohs)5.5-6.5
Specific Gravity1.98-2.25
CleavageNone
FractureConchoidal
LustreVitreous to resinous
Optical Properties
Refractive Index1.37-1.47
PleochroismNone (amorphous)
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