Euclase and Sheen Obsidian Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.08-3.12
2.33-2.50
Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle, Metallic
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
{010} Perfect
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Chemical Composition
BeAlSiO 4(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Euclase and Sheen Obsidian Chemical Formula
While comparing Euclase and Sheen 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 Sheen Obsidian chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Euclase- BeAlSiO 4(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Euclase and Sheen Obsidian Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Euclase and Sheen Obsidian Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Euclase and Sheen Obsidian Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Euclase is 2.33-2.50 whereas that of Sheen Obsidian is 2.33-2.50.