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Obsidian and Mimetite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.35-2.607.10
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
[10 1 1] Imperfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.53.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Pb 5(AsO 4) 3ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Obsidian and Mimetite Chemical Formula

While comparing Obsidian and Mimetite 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 Mimetite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Mimetite- Pb 5(AsO 4) 3ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Obsidian and Mimetite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Obsidian and Mimetite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Obsidian and Mimetite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Obsidian is 7.10 whereas that of Mimetite is 7.10.