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Moldavite and Jasper Physical Properties


Jasper and Moldavite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.32-2.38  
2.58-2.91  

Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
None  
Indiscernible  

Mohs Hardness
5.5  
6.5-7  

Chemical Composition
SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)  
SiO2  

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Moldavite and Jasper Chemical Formula

While comparing Moldavite and Jasper 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 Jasper chemical formula.

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Moldavite and Jasper Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Moldavite and Jasper Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Moldavite and Jasper Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Moldavite is 2.58-2.91 whereas that of Jasper is 2.58-2.91.

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