Brazilianite and Obsidian Physical Properties

Brazilianite and Obsidian Chemical Formula

While comparing Brazilianite 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 Brazilianite and Obsidian chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Brazilianite- NaAl 3(PO 4) 2(OH) 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Brazilianite and Obsidian Specific Gravity

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