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Snowflake Obsidian and Glaucophane Physical Properties


Glaucophane and Snowflake Obsidian Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.33-2.50   
3-3.15   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
Not Available   
Good on [110] and on [001]   

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
6.0-6.5   

Chemical Composition
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[ ]Na2(Mg3Al2)Si8O22(OH)2   

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Snowflake Obsidian and Glaucophane Chemical Formula

While comparing Snowflake Obsidian and Glaucophane 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 Glaucophane chemical formula.

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Snowflake Obsidian and Glaucophane Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Snowflake Obsidian and Glaucophane Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Snowflake Obsidian and Glaucophane Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Snowflake Obsidian is 3-3.15 whereas that of Glaucophane is 3-3.15.

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