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Obsidian and Andesine Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.35-2.602.65-2.69
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal
Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
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Perfect on {001}, good on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.56-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
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(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Obsidian and Andesine Chemical Formula

While comparing Obsidian and Andesine 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 Obsidian and Andesine chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Andesine- (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Obsidian and Andesine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Obsidian and Andesine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Obsidian and Andesine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Obsidian is 2.65-2.69 whereas that of Andesine is 2.65-2.69.