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Snowflake Obsidian
Snowflake Obsidian

Ekanite
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Snowflake Obsidian and Ekanite 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
2.33-2.503.28-3.32
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
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{101} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.56-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
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ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Snowflake Obsidian and Ekanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Snowflake Obsidian and Ekanite 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 Ekanite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Ekanite- ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Snowflake Obsidian and Ekanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Snowflake Obsidian and Ekanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Snowflake Obsidian and Ekanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Snowflake Obsidian is 3.28-3.32 whereas that of Ekanite is 3.28-3.32.