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Proustite 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
5.51-5.642.35-2.60
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {10 1 1}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.55-5.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ag 3AsS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Proustite and Obsidian Chemical Formula

While comparing Proustite 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 Proustite and Obsidian chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Proustite- Ag 3AsS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Proustite and Obsidian Specific Gravity

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