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Obsidian and Sodalite Physical Properties

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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
 
Brittle
Soluble
-
2.15-2.40
Conchoidal, Uneven
Poor on {110}
5-6
Na8Al6Si6O24Cl2

Obsidian and Sodalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Obsidian and Sodalite 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 Sodalite chemical formula.

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Obsidian and Sodalite Specific Gravity

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