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Iddingsite

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Iddingsite 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
2.5-2.82.35-2.60
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
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Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Perfect
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
35-5.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgO.Fe2O3.3SiO2•4(H2O)
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Iddingsite and Obsidian Chemical Formula

While comparing Iddingsite 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 Iddingsite and Obsidian chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Iddingsite- MgO.Fe2O3.3SiO2•4(H2O)
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Iddingsite and Obsidian Specific Gravity

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