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Snowflake Obsidian
Snowflake Obsidian

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Snowflake Obsidian and Andradite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.33-2.503.70-4.10
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
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none
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.56.5-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Snowflake Obsidian and Andradite Chemical Formula

While comparing Snowflake Obsidian and Andradite 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 chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Andradite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Snowflake Obsidian and Andradite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Snowflake Obsidian and Andradite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Snowflake Obsidian and Andradite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Snowflake Obsidian is 3.70-4.10 whereas that of Andradite is 3.70-4.10.