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Pink Opal is a naturally occurring gemstone that exhibits a lovely pink color. It is a variety of Common Opal, composed of Opal, Palygorskite, and Chalcedony. This particular type of Opal is hydrous, meaning it contains water molecules, and is known for its mood-lifting properties. Pink Opal displays a phenomenon called “Play of Color,” where it exhibits vibrant colors when light interacts with the stone.
The quality of Pink Opal is determined by the presence of spaces between the crystal veins and planes. These spaces, along with the incident light, determine the observed colors. Due to the thickness of the Opal, the visible light of diffracted rays cannot pass through completely.
Opal is considered a natural example of a photonic crystal, as it possesses an optical band gap. The quality of Pink Opal is characterized by the regularity of the size and arrangement of its spheres. It is believed that Pink Opal, like other Opal gemstones, formed millions of years ago. It is worth noting that Pink Opal is sensitive to heat due to its water content.
