Langbeinite and Obsidian Physical Properties

Langbeinite

Obsidian

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Slowly dissolves in water

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available2.35-2.60

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Brittle

Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

None

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-45-5.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Langbeinite and Obsidian Chemical Formula

While comparing Langbeinite 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 Langbeinite and Obsidian chemical formula.

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Langbeinite and Obsidian Specific Gravity

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