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Chambersite and Obsidian Physical Properties


Obsidian and Chambersite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.50   
2.35-2.60   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Uneven   
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
None   
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Mohs Hardness
7   
5-5.5   

Chemical Composition
Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
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Chambersite and Obsidian Chemical Formula

While comparing Chambersite 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 Chambersite and Obsidian chemical formula.

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Chambersite and Obsidian Specific Gravity

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

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