Hercynite and Obsidian Physical Properties

Hercynite

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

4.392.35-2.60

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalGemdat.org, Uneven

Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

{111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.5-85-5.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Fe2+ Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

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Hercynite and Obsidian Chemical Formula

While comparing Hercynite 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 Hercynite and Obsidian chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Hercynite- Fe2+ Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

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Hercynite and Obsidian Specific Gravity

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