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Snowflake Obsidian
Snowflake Obsidian

Chrysoprase
Chrysoprase



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Snowflake Obsidian and Chrysoprase 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
2.33-2.502.58-2.64
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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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SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )

Snowflake Obsidian and Chrysoprase Chemical Formula

While comparing Snowflake Obsidian and Chrysoprase 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 Chrysoprase chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Chrysoprase- SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )

Snowflake Obsidian and Chrysoprase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Snowflake Obsidian and Chrysoprase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Snowflake Obsidian and Chrysoprase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Snowflake Obsidian is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Chrysoprase is 2.58-2.64.