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Baryte and Sheen Obsidian Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Soluble
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
4.3-5
2.33-2.50
1.5 Fracture
Irregular/uneven
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect cleavage parallel to base and prism faces: {001} Perfect, {210} Perfect, {010} Imperfect
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Baryte and Sheen Obsidian Chemical Formula

While comparing Baryte and Sheen 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 Baryte and Sheen Obsidian chemical formula.

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Baryte and Sheen Obsidian Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baryte and Sheen Obsidian Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baryte and Sheen Obsidian Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baryte is 2.33-2.50 whereas that of Sheen Obsidian is 2.33-2.50.