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Snowflake Obsidian and Kainite Physical Properties


Kainite and Snowflake Obsidian Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Soluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.33-2.50   
2.15   

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

Cleavage
Not Available   
{001}, perfect   

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
2.5-3   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Not Available   

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Snowflake Obsidian and Kainite Chemical Formula

While comparing Snowflake Obsidian and Kainite 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 Kainite chemical formula.

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Snowflake Obsidian and Kainite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Snowflake Obsidian and Kainite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Snowflake Obsidian and Kainite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Snowflake Obsidian is 2.15 whereas that of Kainite is 2.15.

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