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Sheen Obsidian and Friedelite Physical Properties


Friedelite and Sheen Obsidian Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.33-2.50   
3.06-3.19   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009) Tough, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009) Tough, Brittle, Uneven   

Cleavage
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{010} Perfect   

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
4-5   

Chemical Composition
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Mn 8Si 6O 15(OH,Cl) 10Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.   

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Sheen Obsidian and Friedelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sheen Obsidian and Friedelite 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 Friedelite chemical formula.

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Sheen Obsidian and Friedelite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sheen Obsidian and Friedelite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sheen Obsidian and Friedelite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sheen Obsidian is 3.06-3.19 whereas that of Friedelite is 3.06-3.19.

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