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Scorzalite and Obsidian Physical Properties


Obsidian and Scorzalite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.31   
2.35-2.60   

Fracture
Uneven   
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
{110} Good   
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Mohs Hardness
5.5-6   
5-5.5   

Chemical Composition
(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
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Scorzalite and Obsidian Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorzalite 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 Scorzalite and Obsidian chemical formula.

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Scorzalite and Obsidian Specific Gravity

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

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