Moldavite and Nepouite Physical Properties

Moldavite and Nepouite Chemical Formula

While comparing Moldavite and Nepouite 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 Nepouite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Moldavite- SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
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Moldavite and Nepouite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Moldavite and Nepouite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Moldavite and Nepouite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Moldavite is 3.18-3.24 whereas that of Nepouite is 3.18-3.24.