Marialite and Obsidian Physical Properties

Marialite and Obsidian Chemical Formula

While comparing Marialite 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 Marialite and Obsidian chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Marialite- 3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Obsidian- SiO2

Marialite and Obsidian Specific Gravity

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