Sheen Obsidian and Hexagonite Physical Properties

Sheen Obsidian

Hexagonite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.33-2.502.98-3.03

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

[110] perfect; [010] distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.55-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Sheen Obsidian and Hexagonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sheen Obsidian and Hexagonite 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 Hexagonite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Hexagonite- Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Sheen Obsidian and Hexagonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sheen Obsidian and Hexagonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sheen Obsidian and Hexagonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sheen Obsidian is 2.98-3.03 whereas that of Hexagonite is 2.98-3.03.