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Snowflake Obsidian and Apatite 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
2.33-2.50
3.16-3.23
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal to uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
[0001] indistinct, [1010] indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
5
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Ca 5(PO 4) 3(F,OH,Cl)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Snowflake Obsidian and Apatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Snowflake Obsidian and Apatite 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 Apatite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Apatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3(F,OH,Cl)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Snowflake Obsidian and Apatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Snowflake Obsidian and Apatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Snowflake Obsidian and Apatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Snowflake Obsidian is 3.16-3.23 whereas that of Apatite is 3.16-3.23.