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Snowflake Obsidian and Catapleiite Physical Properties


Catapleiite 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   
2.72   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic   

Cleavage
Not Available   
{110} Perfect, {010} Perfect   

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
5-6   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Snowflake Obsidian and Catapleiite Chemical Formula

While comparing Snowflake Obsidian and Catapleiite 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 Catapleiite chemical formula.

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Snowflake Obsidian and Catapleiite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Snowflake Obsidian and Catapleiite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Snowflake Obsidian and Catapleiite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Snowflake Obsidian is 2.72 whereas that of Catapleiite is 2.72.

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