Agrellite and Moldavite Physical Properties

Agrellite and Moldavite Chemical Formula

While comparing Agrellite and Moldavite 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 Agrellite and Moldavite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Agrellite- NaCa2Si4O10F
• Chemical formula of Moldavite- SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Agrellite and Moldavite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Agrellite and Moldavite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Agrellite and Moldavite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Agrellite is 2.32-2.38 whereas that of Moldavite is 2.32-2.38.