Obsidian and Sphalerite Physical Properties

Obsidian

Sphalerite

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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

2.35-2.603.95-4.10

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal

UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

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{110} Perfect, {110} Perfect, {110} Perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.53.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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(Zn,Fe)SMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Obsidian and Sphalerite Chemical Formula

While comparing Obsidian and Sphalerite 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 Sphalerite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Sphalerite- (Zn,Fe)SMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Obsidian and Sphalerite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Obsidian and Sphalerite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Obsidian and Sphalerite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Obsidian is 3.95-4.10 whereas that of Sphalerite is 3.95-4.10.