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Poudretteite
Poudretteite

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Poudretteite and Obsidian Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.51-2.532.35-2.60
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Splintery
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
None
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
55-5.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
KNa 2B 3Si 12O 30Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Poudretteite and Obsidian Chemical Formula

While comparing Poudretteite 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 Poudretteite and Obsidian chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Poudretteite- KNa 2B 3Si 12O 30Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Poudretteite and Obsidian Specific Gravity

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