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Obsidian and Scorzalite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.35-2.603.31
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal
Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
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{110} Good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.55.5-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
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(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Obsidian and Scorzalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Obsidian and Scorzalite 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 Scorzalite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Scorzalite- (Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Obsidian and Scorzalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Obsidian and Scorzalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Obsidian and Scorzalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Obsidian is 3.31 whereas that of Scorzalite is 3.31.