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Obsidian and Girasol Physical Properties


Girasol and Obsidian Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.35-2.60   
1.98-2.50   

Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal   
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)   

Cleavage
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Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
5.5-6.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)   

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Obsidian and Girasol Chemical Formula

While comparing Obsidian and Girasol 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 Girasol chemical formula.

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Obsidian and Girasol Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Obsidian and Girasol Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Obsidian and Girasol Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Obsidian is 1.98-2.50 whereas that of Girasol is 1.98-2.50.

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