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Obsidian and Watermelon Tourmaline Physical Properties


Watermelon Tourmaline and Obsidian Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.35-2.60   
2.90-3.40   

Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal   
Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Irregular, Conchoidal, Management Team (2012)   

Cleavage
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Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
7-7.5   

Chemical Composition
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Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.   

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Obsidian and Watermelon Tourmaline Chemical Formula

While comparing Obsidian and Watermelon Tourmaline 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 Watermelon Tourmaline chemical formula.

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Obsidian and Watermelon Tourmaline Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Obsidian and Watermelon Tourmaline Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Obsidian and Watermelon Tourmaline Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Obsidian is 2.90-3.40 whereas that of Watermelon Tourmaline is 2.90-3.40.

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