Citrine and Moldavite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
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Solubility
Not Available
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Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.65
2.32-2.38
Fracture
ConchoidalMichael OâDonoghue, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Cleavage
Indiscernible
Not Available
Chemical Composition
SiO2
SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
Citrine and Moldavite Chemical Formula
While comparing Citrine 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 Citrine and Moldavite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Citrine- SiO2
- Chemical formula of Moldavite- SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
Citrine and Moldavite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Citrine and Moldavite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Citrine and Moldavite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Citrine is 2.32-2.38 whereas that of Moldavite is 2.32-2.38.