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Snowflake Obsidian
Snowflake Obsidian

Pyrargyrite
Pyrargyrite



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Snowflake Obsidian and Pyrargyrite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.33-2.505.85
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
Distinct on {10 1 1}, imperfect on {01 1 2}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.52.5-3
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Ag 3SbS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Snowflake Obsidian and Pyrargyrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Snowflake Obsidian and Pyrargyrite 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 Pyrargyrite chemical formula.

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

Snowflake Obsidian and Pyrargyrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Snowflake Obsidian and Pyrargyrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Snowflake Obsidian and Pyrargyrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Snowflake Obsidian is 5.85 whereas that of Pyrargyrite is 5.85.