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Sheen Obsidian
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Sheen Obsidian and Linarite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.33-2.505.35
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
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Perfect on {100}, imperfect on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.52.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
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PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Sheen Obsidian and Linarite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sheen Obsidian and Linarite 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 Linarite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Linarite- PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Sheen Obsidian and Linarite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sheen Obsidian and Linarite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sheen Obsidian and Linarite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sheen Obsidian is 5.35 whereas that of Linarite is 5.35.