Golden Beryl and Moldavite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.6-2.8
  
2.32-2.38
  
Fracture
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ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
  
Cleavage
3,1 basal
  
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Mohs Hardness
7.5-8.0
  
5.5
  
Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
  
SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
  
Golden Beryl and Moldavite Chemical Formula
While comparing Golden Beryl 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 Golden Beryl and Moldavite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Golden Beryl- Be3Al2SiO6
- Chemical formula of Moldavite- SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
Golden Beryl and Moldavite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Golden Beryl and Moldavite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Golden Beryl and Moldavite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Golden Beryl is 2.32-2.38 whereas that of Moldavite is 2.32-2.38.