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Sheen Obsidian and Jadeite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.33-2.50
3.28-3.38
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Splintery, UnevenArthur Thomas, Difficult, Fibrous
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
Good on [110]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
NaAlSi 2O 6Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Sheen Obsidian and Jadeite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sheen Obsidian and Jadeite 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 Jadeite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Jadeite- NaAlSi 2O 6Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Sheen Obsidian and Jadeite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sheen Obsidian and Jadeite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sheen Obsidian and Jadeite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sheen Obsidian is 3.28-3.38 whereas that of Jadeite is 3.28-3.38.