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