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Snowflake Obsidian and Apophyllite Physical Properties


Apophyllite and Snowflake Obsidian Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.33-2.50   
2.30-2.50   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
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Perfect on (001)   

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
4.5-5   

Chemical Composition
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KCa 4Si 8O 20(F,OH) · 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.   

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Snowflake Obsidian and Apophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Snowflake Obsidian and Apophyllite 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 Apophyllite chemical formula.

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Snowflake Obsidian and Apophyllite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Snowflake Obsidian and Apophyllite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Snowflake Obsidian and Apophyllite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Snowflake Obsidian is 2.30-2.50 whereas that of Apophyllite is 2.30-2.50.

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