Moldavite and Bornite Physical Properties

Moldavite and Bornite Chemical Formula

While comparing Moldavite and Bornite 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 Bornite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Moldavite- SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
• Chemical formula of Bornite- Cu5FeS4

Moldavite and Bornite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Moldavite and Bornite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Moldavite and Bornite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Moldavite is 5.06-5.08 whereas that of Bornite is 5.06-5.08.