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Sheen Obsidian and Lawsonite Physical Properties


Lawsonite and Sheen Obsidian Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.33-2.50   
3.09   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
White, Yellow, Pale blue, Brittle, Uneven   

Cleavage
Not Available   
Perfect on {100} and {010}, imperfect on {101}   

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
8   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Not Available   

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Sheen Obsidian and Lawsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sheen Obsidian and Lawsonite 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 Lawsonite chemical formula.

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Sheen Obsidian and Lawsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sheen Obsidian and Lawsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sheen Obsidian and Lawsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sheen Obsidian is 3.09 whereas that of Lawsonite is 3.09.

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