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Tortoiseshell and Sheen Obsidian Physical Properties


Sheen Obsidian and Tortoiseshell Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
1.25-1.35   
2.33-2.50   

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

Cleavage
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Mohs Hardness
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5-5.5   

Chemical Composition
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Tortoiseshell and Sheen Obsidian Chemical Formula

While comparing Tortoiseshell and Sheen Obsidian 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 Tortoiseshell and Sheen Obsidian chemical formula.

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Tortoiseshell and Sheen Obsidian Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tortoiseshell and Sheen Obsidian Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tortoiseshell and Sheen Obsidian Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tortoiseshell is 2.33-2.50 whereas that of Sheen Obsidian is 2.33-2.50.

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