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Snowflake Obsidian
Snowflake Obsidian

Thulite
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Snowflake Obsidian and Thulite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

-
-

Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

2.33-2.503.1
1 7.18
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Fracture

Conchoidal
Uneven, Conchoidal

Cleavage

None
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}

Mohs Hardness

5-5.56-7
2 10
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Chemical Composition

SiO2
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)

Snowflake Obsidian and Thulite Chemical Formula

While comparing Snowflake Obsidian and Thulite 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 Thulite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Snowflake Obsidian- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)

Snowflake Obsidian and Thulite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Snowflake Obsidian and Thulite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Snowflake Obsidian and Thulite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Snowflake Obsidian is 3.1 whereas that of Thulite is 3.1.