Alabaster and Obsidian Physical Properties

Alabaster and Obsidian Chemical Formula

While comparing Alabaster and Obsidian 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 Alabaster and Obsidian chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Alabaster- CaSO 4 · 2H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
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Alabaster and Obsidian Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alabaster and Obsidian Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alabaster and Obsidian Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alabaster is 2.35-2.60 whereas that of Obsidian is 2.35-2.60.