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Snowflake Obsidian
Snowflake Obsidian

Cavansite
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Snowflake Obsidian and Cavansite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.33-2.502.25-2.33
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
Good on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.53-4
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Ca(VO)Si4O10•4(H2O)

Snowflake Obsidian and Cavansite Chemical Formula

While comparing Snowflake Obsidian and Cavansite 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 Cavansite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Cavansite- Ca(VO)Si4O10•4(H2O)

Snowflake Obsidian and Cavansite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Snowflake Obsidian and Cavansite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Snowflake Obsidian and Cavansite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Snowflake Obsidian is 2.25-2.33 whereas that of Cavansite is 2.25-2.33.