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Obsidian
Obsidian
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Andradite Garnet
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Obsidian and Andradite Garnet Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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2.35-2.60
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann
None
5-5.5
SiO2
 
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3.8-3.9
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None
6.5-7.5
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12

Obsidian and Andradite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Obsidian and Andradite Garnet 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 Andradite Garnet chemical formula.

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Obsidian and Andradite Garnet Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Obsidian and Andradite Garnet Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Obsidian Vs Andradite Garnet during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Obsidian is whereas that of Andradite Garnet is .