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Obsidian and Enstatite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.35-2.603.20-3.25
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
Good/distinct on [210]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.55.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Obsidian and Enstatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Obsidian and Enstatite 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 Enstatite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Enstatite- Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Obsidian and Enstatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Obsidian and Enstatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Obsidian and Enstatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Obsidian is 3.20-3.25 whereas that of Enstatite is 3.20-3.25.