Snowflake Obsidian and Scorzalite Physical Properties

Snowflake Obsidian

Scorzalite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.33-2.503.31

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

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{110} Good

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.55.5-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Snowflake Obsidian and Scorzalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Snowflake Obsidian and Scorzalite 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 Scorzalite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Scorzalite- (Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Snowflake Obsidian and Scorzalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Snowflake Obsidian and Scorzalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Snowflake Obsidian and Scorzalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Snowflake Obsidian is 3.31 whereas that of Scorzalite is 3.31.