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Hodgkinsonite
Hodgkinsonite

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Hodgkinsonite 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
4.06-4.082.35-2.60
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.5-55-5.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mn2+ Zn 2SiO 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Hodgkinsonite and Obsidian Chemical Formula

While comparing Hodgkinsonite 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 Hodgkinsonite and Obsidian chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hodgkinsonite- Mn2+ Zn 2SiO 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Hodgkinsonite and Obsidian Specific Gravity

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