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Obsidian

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Obsidian and Phlogopite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Tough
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.35-2.602.78-2.85
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal
None, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
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Perfect basal (001)
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.52-2.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Obsidian and Phlogopite Chemical Formula

While comparing Obsidian and Phlogopite 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 Phlogopite chemical formula.

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Obsidian and Phlogopite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Obsidian and Phlogopite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Obsidian and Phlogopite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Obsidian is 2.78-2.85 whereas that of Phlogopite is 2.78-2.85.