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Obsidian and Purpurite 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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3.2-3.4
Uneven
[100] [001] perfect
4-4.5
MnPO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Obsidian and Purpurite Chemical Formula

While comparing Obsidian and Purpurite 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 Purpurite chemical formula.

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Obsidian and Purpurite Specific Gravity

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