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Snowflake Obsidian
Snowflake Obsidian

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Snowflake Obsidian and Jade 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
2.33-2.502.90-3.38
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Gemstones of the world (2001), Difficult, Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
1 or 2,2 prismatic.
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.56-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Nephrite: Ca2(Mg,Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2 Jadeite: NaAlSi2O6

Snowflake Obsidian and Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Snowflake Obsidian and Jade 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 Jade chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Jade- Nephrite: Ca2(Mg,Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2 Jadeite: NaAlSi2O6

Snowflake Obsidian and Jade Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Snowflake Obsidian and Jade Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Snowflake Obsidian and Jade Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Snowflake Obsidian is 2.90-3.38 whereas that of Jade is 2.90-3.38.