Kyanite Cyprine and Moldavite Physical Properties

Kyanite Cyprine and Moldavite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kyanite Cyprine 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 Kyanite Cyprine and Moldavite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Kyanite Cyprine- Al 2SiO 5Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Moldavite- SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Kyanite Cyprine and Moldavite Specific Gravity

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