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Snowflake Obsidian
Snowflake Obsidian

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Snowflake Obsidian and Agate 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
2.33-2.502.60-2.64
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
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Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.56.5-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
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SiO2

Snowflake Obsidian and Agate Chemical Formula

While comparing Snowflake Obsidian and Agate 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 Snowflake Obsidian and Agate chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Agate- SiO2

Snowflake Obsidian and Agate Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Snowflake Obsidian and Agate Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Snowflake Obsidian and Agate Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Snowflake Obsidian is 2.60-2.64 whereas that of Agate is 2.60-2.64.