Snowflake Obsidian and Jasper Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.33-2.50
  
2.58-2.91
  
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
  
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)
  
Cleavage
Not Available
  
Indiscernible
  
Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
  
6.5-7
  
Chemical Composition
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SiO2
  
Snowflake Obsidian and Jasper Chemical Formula
While comparing Snowflake Obsidian and Jasper 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 Jasper chemical formula.
>- Chemical formula of Jasper- SiO2
Snowflake Obsidian and Jasper Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Snowflake Obsidian and Jasper Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Snowflake Obsidian and Jasper Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Snowflake Obsidian is 2.58-2.91 whereas that of Jasper is 2.58-2.91.