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Snowflake Obsidian
Snowflake Obsidian

Gahnospinel
Gahnospinel



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Snowflake Obsidian and Gahnospinel Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.33-2.503.65-4.55
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
None, but may exhibit slight parting
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.57.5-8
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
(Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Snowflake Obsidian and Gahnospinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Snowflake Obsidian and Gahnospinel 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 Gahnospinel chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Gahnospinel- (Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Snowflake Obsidian and Gahnospinel Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Snowflake Obsidian and Gahnospinel Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Snowflake Obsidian and Gahnospinel Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Snowflake Obsidian is 3.65-4.55 whereas that of Gahnospinel is 3.65-4.55.