Opal
United States · VirginiaUS
Hydrated amorphous form of silica
Opal is a hydrated amorphous form of silica (SiO2·nH2O); its water content may range from 3% to 21% by weight, but is usually between 6% and 10%. Due to the amorphous (chemical) physical structure, it is classified as a mineraloid, unlike crystalline forms of silica, which are considered minerals. It is deposited at a relatively low temperature and may occur in the fissures of almost any kind of rock, being most commonly found with limonite, sandstone, rhyolite, marl, and basalt.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 691
- Coordinates
- 38.621, -77.800
- Timezone
- America/New_York
- Elevation
- 449 m
Overview of Opal
Opal sits in Virginia, United States and reads as a small settlement. With 691 residents, it is easy to gauge its scale. Because it is northern-hemisphere, timing matters. Handy context when you build an itinerary. Expect adventure and culture to fill most of your time.
Things to do in Opal
Adventure in Opal
(1)Adventure lovers get Treasure Hunts. Everything listed here comes from what Opal is actually tagged with. A compact set that still fills a visit.
Culture in Opal
(1)On the culture side, Opal offers Mines. It is a direct read of Opal's activity profile. These pair well with anything else on this page.
Getting there & around
Access Opal through a larger town in Virginia; a car or bicycle makes the last leg simple. The local time zone is America/New_York.
Similar destinations
Places near Opal that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Opal known for?
- Opal is mainly a destination for adventure and culture, set in Virginia, United States with around 691 inhabitants.
- What can you do in Opal?
- You can plan around Treasure Hunts and Mines in Opal. Each is tagged in our dataset rather than guessed at.
- Where is Opal located?
- Administratively, Opal sits in Virginia, United States — handy when you group several destinations into one trip.
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