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Snowflake Obsidian and Uvite Physical Properties


Uvite and Snowflake Obsidian Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.33-2.50   
2.97-3.14   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
Not Available   
{1011} Indistinct   

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
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Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   

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Snowflake Obsidian and Uvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Snowflake Obsidian and Uvite 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 Uvite chemical formula.

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Snowflake Obsidian and Uvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Snowflake Obsidian and Uvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Snowflake Obsidian and Uvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Snowflake Obsidian is 2.97-3.14 whereas that of Uvite is 2.97-3.14.

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