Sheen Obsidian and Rhodolite Physical Properties

Sheen Obsidian

Rhodolite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.33-2.503.84

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

none, may show indistinct parting

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.57-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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(Mg,Fe)₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂

Sheen Obsidian and Rhodolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sheen Obsidian and Rhodolite 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 Rhodolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Rhodolite- (Mg,Fe)₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂

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Sheen Obsidian and Rhodolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sheen Obsidian and Rhodolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sheen Obsidian and Rhodolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sheen Obsidian is 3.84 whereas that of Rhodolite is 3.84.