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Biotite and Obsidian Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.7-3.32.35-2.60
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Even, Yellow, White
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on the {001}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-3.05-5.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
K(Mg,Fe++)3[AlSi3O10(OH,F)2
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Biotite and Obsidian Chemical Formula

While comparing Biotite 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 Biotite and Obsidian chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Biotite- K(Mg,Fe++)3[AlSi3O10(OH,F)2
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Biotite and Obsidian Specific Gravity

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