Obsidian and Norbergite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.35-2.60
  
3.177
  
Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal
  
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
  
Cleavage
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{???} Distinct
  
Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
  
6-6.5
  
Chemical Composition
Not Available
  
Mg 3(SiO 4)(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
  
Obsidian and Norbergite Chemical Formula
While comparing Obsidian and Norbergite 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 Norbergite chemical formula.
>- Chemical formula of Norbergite- Mg 3(SiO 4)(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
Obsidian and Norbergite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Obsidian and Norbergite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Obsidian and Norbergite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Obsidian is 3.177 whereas that of Norbergite is 3.177.