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Hiddenite and Obsidian Physical Properties

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
3.15-3.21
2.35-2.60
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
1,2 prismatic
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-7
5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6
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Hiddenite and Obsidian Chemical Formula

While comparing Hiddenite 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 Hiddenite and Obsidian chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hiddenite- LiAlSi2O6
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Hiddenite and Obsidian Specific Gravity

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