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Catapleiite and Moldavite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.72
2.32-2.38
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Perfect, {010} Perfect
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Catapleiite and Moldavite Chemical Formula

While comparing Catapleiite 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 Catapleiite and Moldavite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Catapleiite- Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Moldavite- SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Catapleiite and Moldavite Specific Gravity

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