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Obsidian and Edenite Physical Properties


Edenite and Obsidian Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.35-2.60  
3.05-3.37  

Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
None  
Good on (110)  

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5  
5-6  

Chemical Composition
SiO2  
NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2  

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Obsidian and Edenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Obsidian and Edenite 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 Edenite chemical formula.

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Obsidian and Edenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Obsidian and Edenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Obsidian and Edenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Obsidian is 3.05-3.37 whereas that of Edenite is 3.05-3.37.

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