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Sheen Obsidian and Brookite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.33-2.50
3.87-4.14
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
Poor on {120}, in traces on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Sheen Obsidian and Brookite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sheen Obsidian and Brookite 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 Sheen Obsidian and Brookite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Brookite- TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Sheen Obsidian and Brookite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sheen Obsidian and Brookite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sheen Obsidian and Brookite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sheen Obsidian is 3.87-4.14 whereas that of Brookite is 3.87-4.14.