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Nuummite and Sheen Obsidian Physical Properties


Sheen Obsidian and Nuummite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.18-3.37   
2.33-2.50   

Fracture
Conchoidal   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
Perfect on 210   
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Mohs Hardness
5.5-6   
5-5.5   

Chemical Composition
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Nuummite and Sheen Obsidian Chemical Formula

While comparing Nuummite 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 Nuummite and Sheen Obsidian chemical formula.

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Nuummite and Sheen Obsidian Specific Gravity

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

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