Hauyne and Snowflake Obsidian Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
  
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Solubility
Gelatinises in acids
  
Not Available
  
Durability
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Specific Gravity
2.4-2.5
  
2.33-2.50
  
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
  
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
  
Cleavage
Distinct on {110}
  
Not Available
  
Mohs Hardness
5-6
  
5-5.5
  
Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
  
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Hauyne and Snowflake Obsidian Chemical Formula
While comparing Hauyne 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 Hauyne and Snowflake Obsidian chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
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Hauyne and Snowflake Obsidian Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hauyne and Snowflake Obsidian Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hauyne and Snowflake Obsidian Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hauyne is 2.33-2.50 whereas that of Snowflake Obsidian is 2.33-2.50.