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Uvite and Obsidian Physical Properties


Obsidian and Uvite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.97-3.14   
2.35-2.60   

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle   
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
{1011} Indistinct   
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Mohs Hardness
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5-5.5   

Chemical Composition
Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   
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Uvite and Obsidian Chemical Formula

While comparing Uvite 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 Uvite and Obsidian chemical formula.

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Uvite and Obsidian Specific Gravity

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

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