Anatase and Moldavite Physical Properties

Anatase

Moldavite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.82-3.972.32-2.38

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)

1.6 Cleavage

Perfect on [001] and [011]

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-65.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Anatase and Moldavite Chemical Formula

While comparing Anatase 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 Anatase and Moldavite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Anatase- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Moldavite- SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

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Anatase and Moldavite Specific Gravity

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