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Snowflake Obsidian
Snowflake Obsidian

Rock Crystal
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Snowflake Obsidian and Rock Crystal Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.33-2.502.65
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.57
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
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SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Snowflake Obsidian and Rock Crystal Chemical Formula

While comparing Snowflake Obsidian and Rock Crystal 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 Rock Crystal chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Rock Crystal- SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Snowflake Obsidian and Rock Crystal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Snowflake Obsidian and Rock Crystal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Snowflake Obsidian and Rock Crystal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Snowflake Obsidian is 2.65 whereas that of Rock Crystal is 2.65.