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Obsidian and Lapis lazuli 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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2.50-3.00
Uneven-Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann
3,6
5.5
The chief constituent Lapis Lazuli is Lazurite, with the following chemical formula: (Na,Ca)8Al6Si6O24(S,SO)4

Obsidian and Lapis lazuli Chemical Formula

While comparing Obsidian and Lapis lazuli 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 Lapis lazuli chemical formula.

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Obsidian and Lapis lazuli Specific Gravity

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