Onyx and Obsidian Physical Properties

Onyx

Obsidian

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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

2.55-2.702.35-2.60

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

Indiscernible

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-75-5.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

SiO₂

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Onyx and Obsidian Chemical Formula

While comparing Onyx and Obsidian 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 Onyx and Obsidian chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Onyx- SiO₂

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Onyx and Obsidian Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Onyx and Obsidian Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Onyx and Obsidian Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Onyx is 2.35-2.60 whereas that of Obsidian is 2.35-2.60.