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Microlite
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Microlite and Snowflake Obsidian Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
5.52.33-2.50
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.55-5.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na) 2Ta 2O 6(O,OH,F)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Microlite and Snowflake Obsidian Chemical Formula

While comparing Microlite 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 Microlite and Snowflake Obsidian chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Microlite- (Ca,Na) 2Ta 2O 6(O,OH,F)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Microlite and Snowflake Obsidian Specific Gravity

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