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Euclase and Obsidian Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.08-3.122.35-2.60
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle, Metallic
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Perfect
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.55-5.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
BeAlSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Euclase and Obsidian Chemical Formula

While comparing Euclase 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 Euclase and Obsidian chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Euclase- BeAlSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Euclase and Obsidian Specific Gravity

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