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Sheen Obsidian
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Sheen Obsidian and Zircon Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
insoluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.33-2.503.93-4.73
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
{110} and {111}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.57.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
ZrSiO4

Sheen Obsidian and Zircon Chemical Formula

While comparing Sheen Obsidian and Zircon 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 Zircon chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO4

Sheen Obsidian and Zircon Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sheen Obsidian and Zircon Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sheen Obsidian and Zircon Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sheen Obsidian is 3.93-4.73 whereas that of Zircon is 3.93-4.73.