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Kyanite and Sheen Obsidian Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.53-3.65
2.33-2.50
1.5 Fracture
Splintery, Brittle, Metallic
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
4-7
5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Kyanite and Sheen Obsidian Chemical Formula

While comparing Kyanite 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 Kyanite and Sheen Obsidian chemical formula.

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Kyanite and Sheen Obsidian Specific Gravity

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