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Sheen Obsidian and Emerald Physical Properties


Emerald and Sheen Obsidian Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Hard   

Specific Gravity
2.33-2.50   
2.67-2.78   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)   

Cleavage
Not Available   
Imperfect on the [0001]   

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
7.5-8   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Be3Al2SiO6   

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Sheen Obsidian and Emerald Chemical Formula

While comparing Sheen Obsidian and Emerald 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 Emerald chemical formula.

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Sheen Obsidian and Emerald Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sheen Obsidian and Emerald Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sheen Obsidian and Emerald Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sheen Obsidian is 2.67-2.78 whereas that of Emerald is 2.67-2.78.

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