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Leucophanite 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
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2.32-2.38
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Good, {???} Good, {???} Distinct
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
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5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
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SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Leucophanite and Moldavite Chemical Formula

While comparing Leucophanite 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 Leucophanite and Moldavite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Moldavite- SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Leucophanite and Moldavite Specific Gravity

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