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Benitoite and Obsidian Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
Insoluble: HCl
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.61-3.682.35-2.60
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
[10 1 1] poor
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.55-5.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
BaTiSi 3O 9Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Benitoite and Obsidian Chemical Formula

While comparing Benitoite 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 Benitoite and Obsidian chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Benitoite- BaTiSi 3O 9Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Benitoite and Obsidian Specific Gravity

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