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Snowflake Obsidian
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Snowflake Obsidian and Sapphire Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
insoluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.33-2.50
3.95-4.03
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
None, but may exhibit parting
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
9
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Al 2 O 3

Snowflake Obsidian and Sapphire Chemical Formula

While comparing Snowflake Obsidian and Sapphire 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 Sapphire chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Sapphire- Al 2 O 3

Snowflake Obsidian and Sapphire Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Snowflake Obsidian and Sapphire Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Snowflake Obsidian and Sapphire Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Snowflake Obsidian is 3.95-4.03 whereas that of Sapphire is 3.95-4.03.