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Helenite and Obsidian Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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-9999
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Indiscernible
-9999
SiO2
 
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2.35-2.60
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann
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5-5.5
SiO2

Helenite and Obsidian Chemical Formula

While comparing Helenite 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 Helenite and Obsidian chemical formula.

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Helenite and Obsidian Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Helenite and Obsidian Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Helenite Vs Obsidian during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Helenite is whereas that of Obsidian is .