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Snowflake Obsidian
Snowflake Obsidian

Proustite
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Snowflake Obsidian and Proustite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.33-2.505.51-5.64
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
Distinct on {10 1 1}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.52.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Ag 3AsS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Snowflake Obsidian and Proustite Chemical Formula

While comparing Snowflake Obsidian and Proustite 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 Proustite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Proustite- Ag 3AsS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Snowflake Obsidian and Proustite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Snowflake Obsidian and Proustite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Snowflake Obsidian and Proustite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Snowflake Obsidian is 5.51-5.64 whereas that of Proustite is 5.51-5.64.