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Moldavite and Montebrasite Physical Properties


Montebrasite and Moldavite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.32-2.38   
2.98-3.10   

Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)   
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
Not Available   
{100} Perfect, {110} Good, {011} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
5.5   
5.5-6   

Chemical Composition
SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)   
LiAl(PO 4)(OH,F)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   

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Moldavite and Montebrasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Moldavite and Montebrasite 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 Montebrasite chemical formula.

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Moldavite and Montebrasite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Moldavite and Montebrasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Moldavite and Montebrasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Moldavite is 2.98-3.10 whereas that of Montebrasite is 2.98-3.10.

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