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Snowflake Obsidian
Snowflake Obsidian

Andradite Garnet
Andradite Garnet



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Snowflake Obsidian and Andradite Garnet 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
2.33-2.503.8-3.9
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
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1.6 Cleavage
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None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.56.5-7.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12

Snowflake Obsidian and Andradite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Snowflake Obsidian and Andradite Garnet 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 Andradite Garnet chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12

Snowflake Obsidian and Andradite Garnet Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Snowflake Obsidian and Andradite Garnet Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Snowflake Obsidian and Andradite Garnet Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Snowflake Obsidian is 3.8-3.9 whereas that of Andradite Garnet is 3.8-3.9.