Sheen Obsidian and Chlorapatite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.33-2.50
  
3.17-3.18
  
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
  
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Cleavage
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Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
  
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Chemical Composition
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Ca 5(PO 4) 3ClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  
Sheen Obsidian and Chlorapatite Chemical Formula
While comparing Sheen Obsidian and Chlorapatite 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 Chlorapatite chemical formula.
>- Chemical formula of Chlorapatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3ClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Sheen Obsidian and Chlorapatite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sheen Obsidian and Chlorapatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sheen Obsidian and Chlorapatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sheen Obsidian is 3.17-3.18 whereas that of Chlorapatite is 3.17-3.18.