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Verdite and Sheen Obsidian Physical Properties


Sheen Obsidian and Verdite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.80-3.0   
2.33-2.50   

Fracture
Not Available   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
{110} Good   
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Mohs Hardness
3   
5-5.5   

Chemical Composition
NaFeS2•2(H2O)   
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Verdite and Sheen Obsidian Chemical Formula

While comparing Verdite 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 Verdite and Sheen Obsidian chemical formula.

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Verdite and Sheen Obsidian Specific Gravity

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

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