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Tremolite and Obsidian Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.95-3.072.35-2.60
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {110} at 56° and 124°; partings on {010} and {100}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-65-5.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
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Tremolite and Obsidian Chemical Formula

While comparing Tremolite and 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 Tremolite and Obsidian chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Tremolite- Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
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Tremolite and Obsidian Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tremolite and Obsidian Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tremolite and Obsidian Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tremolite is 2.35-2.60 whereas that of Obsidian is 2.35-2.60.