Arfvedsonite and Moldavite Physical Properties

Arfvedsonite

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

3.3-3.52.32-2.38

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic

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

1.6 Cleavage

Perfect on [110]

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-65.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

NaNa2(Fe++4Fe+++)Si8O22(OH)2

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

Arfvedsonite and Moldavite Chemical Formula

While comparing Arfvedsonite 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 Arfvedsonite and Moldavite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Arfvedsonite- NaNa2(Fe++4Fe+++)Si8O22(OH)2
Chemical formula of Moldavite- SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

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Arfvedsonite and Moldavite Specific Gravity

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