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Snowflake Obsidian and Diamond Physical Properties


Diamond and Snowflake Obsidian Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Not Available   

Solubility
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Soluble   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.33-2.50   
3.50-3.53   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
Not Available   
111 (perfect in four directions)   

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
10   

Chemical Composition
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C   

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Snowflake Obsidian and Diamond Chemical Formula

While comparing Snowflake Obsidian and Diamond 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 Diamond chemical formula.

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Snowflake Obsidian and Diamond Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Snowflake Obsidian and Diamond Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Snowflake Obsidian and Diamond Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Snowflake Obsidian is 3.50-3.53 whereas that of Diamond is 3.50-3.53.

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