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Snowflake Obsidian
Snowflake Obsidian

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Snowflake Obsidian and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.33-2.50
3.0-3.3
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
MnCO3

Snowflake Obsidian and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Snowflake Obsidian and Rhodochrosite 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 Rhodochrosite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO3

Snowflake Obsidian and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Snowflake Obsidian and Rhodochrosite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Snowflake Obsidian and Rhodochrosite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Snowflake Obsidian is 3.0-3.3 whereas that of Rhodochrosite is 3.0-3.3.