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Sheen Obsidian
Sheen Obsidian

Chalcedony
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Sheen Obsidian and Chalcedony Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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Soluble
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.33-2.502.55-2.70
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Splintery, Conchoidal, Uneven, Splintery, Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann
1.6 Cleavage
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Absent
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.56.5-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
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SiO2

Sheen Obsidian and Chalcedony Chemical Formula

While comparing Sheen Obsidian and Chalcedony 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 Chalcedony chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Chalcedony- SiO2

Sheen Obsidian and Chalcedony Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sheen Obsidian and Chalcedony Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sheen Obsidian and Chalcedony Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sheen Obsidian is 2.55-2.70 whereas that of Chalcedony is 2.55-2.70.