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Snowflake Obsidian and Pyrite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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insoluble in water
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.33-2.50
5.00-5.20
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
Indistinct on {001}; partings on {011} and {111}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
FeS 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Snowflake Obsidian and Pyrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Snowflake Obsidian and Pyrite 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 Pyrite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Pyrite- FeS 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Snowflake Obsidian and Pyrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Snowflake Obsidian and Pyrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Snowflake Obsidian and Pyrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Snowflake Obsidian is 5.00-5.20 whereas that of Pyrite is 5.00-5.20.