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Moldavite and Chrysoberyl Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.32-2.383.69-3.81
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.58.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
BeAl 2 O 4

Moldavite and Chrysoberyl Chemical Formula

While comparing Moldavite and Chrysoberyl 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 Chrysoberyl chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Moldavite- SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4

Moldavite and Chrysoberyl Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Moldavite and Chrysoberyl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Moldavite and Chrysoberyl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Moldavite is 3.69-3.81 whereas that of Chrysoberyl is 3.69-3.81.