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Snowflake Obsidian and Star Ruby Physical Properties


Star Ruby and Snowflake Obsidian Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.33-2.50  
3.95-4.10  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Uneven  

Cleavage
None  
None  

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
SiO2  
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Snowflake Obsidian and Star Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Snowflake Obsidian and Star Ruby 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 Star Ruby chemical formula.

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Snowflake Obsidian and Star Ruby Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Snowflake Obsidian and Star Ruby Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Snowflake Obsidian and Star Ruby Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Snowflake Obsidian is 3.95-4.10 whereas that of Star Ruby is 3.95-4.10.

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