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Hurlbutite and Sheen Obsidian Physical Properties


Sheen Obsidian and Hurlbutite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.90   
2.33-2.50   

Fracture
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
None   
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Mohs Hardness
6   
5-5.5   

Chemical Composition
CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
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Hurlbutite and Sheen Obsidian Chemical Formula

While comparing Hurlbutite and Sheen 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 Hurlbutite and Sheen Obsidian chemical formula.

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Hurlbutite and Sheen Obsidian Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hurlbutite and Sheen Obsidian Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hurlbutite and Sheen Obsidian Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hurlbutite is 2.33-2.50 whereas that of Sheen Obsidian is 2.33-2.50.

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