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Zincite and Snowflake Obsidian Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
5.50-5.902.33-2.50
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
45-5.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Zincite and Snowflake Obsidian Chemical Formula

While comparing Zincite and Snowflake Obsidian 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 Zincite and Snowflake Obsidian chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Zincite- (Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Zincite and Snowflake Obsidian Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zincite and Snowflake Obsidian Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zincite and Snowflake Obsidian Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zincite is 2.33-2.50 whereas that of Snowflake Obsidian is 2.33-2.50.