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Obsidian and Topazolite 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
2.35-2.60
3.70-4.10
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Obsidian and Topazolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Obsidian and Topazolite 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 Topazolite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Topazolite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Obsidian and Topazolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Obsidian and Topazolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Obsidian and Topazolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Obsidian is 3.70-4.10 whereas that of Topazolite is 3.70-4.10.