Goldstone and Obsidian Physical Properties

Goldstone

Obsidian

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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

2.50-2.802.35-2.60

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).

Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

None

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

65-5.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Goldstone and Obsidian Chemical Formula

While comparing Goldstone 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 Goldstone and Obsidian chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Goldstone- Au

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Goldstone and Obsidian Specific Gravity

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