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Obsidian and Hauyne Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Gelatinises in acids
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.35-2.60
2.4-2.5
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
Distinct on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
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(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Obsidian and Hauyne Chemical Formula

While comparing Obsidian and Hauyne 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 Hauyne chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Obsidian and Hauyne Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Obsidian and Hauyne Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Obsidian and Hauyne Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Obsidian is 2.4-2.5 whereas that of Hauyne is 2.4-2.5.