Moldavite and Anyolite Physical Properties

Moldavite and Anyolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Moldavite and Anyolite 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 Moldavite and Anyolite chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Moldavite and Anyolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Moldavite and Anyolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Moldavite is 3.20-3.50 whereas that of Anyolite is 3.20-3.50.