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Brucite and Obsidian Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Sectile
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.392.35-2.60
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Irregular
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {0001}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.55-5.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mg(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Brucite and Obsidian Chemical Formula

While comparing Brucite 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 Brucite and Obsidian chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Brucite- Mg(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Brucite and Obsidian Specific Gravity

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