Sheen Obsidian and Labradorite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.33-2.50
  
2.69-2.72
  
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
  
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  
Cleavage
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Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
  
Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
  
6-6.5
  
Chemical Composition
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(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
  
Sheen Obsidian and Labradorite Chemical Formula
While comparing Sheen Obsidian and Labradorite 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 Labradorite chemical formula.
>- Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
Sheen Obsidian and Labradorite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sheen Obsidian and Labradorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sheen Obsidian and Labradorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sheen Obsidian is 2.69-2.72 whereas that of Labradorite is 2.69-2.72.