Moldavite and Chrysocolla Physical Properties

Moldavite and Chrysocolla Chemical Formula

While comparing Moldavite and Chrysocolla 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 Chrysocolla chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Moldavite- SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
• Chemical formula of Chrysocolla- Cu₂H₂Si₂O₅(OH)₄

Moldavite and Chrysocolla Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Moldavite and Chrysocolla Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Moldavite and Chrysocolla Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Moldavite is 2.00-2.45 whereas that of Chrysocolla is 2.00-2.45.