Snowflake Obsidian and Triplite Physical Properties

Snowflake Obsidian and Triplite Chemical Formula

While comparing Snowflake Obsidian and Triplite 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 Triplite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Snowflake Obsidian- SiO2
• Chemical formula of Triplite- (Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Snowflake Obsidian and Triplite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Snowflake Obsidian and Triplite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Snowflake Obsidian and Triplite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Snowflake Obsidian is 3.85-3.94 whereas that of Triplite is 3.85-3.94.