Moldavite and Rhodolite Physical Properties

Moldavite

Rhodolite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.32-2.383.84

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)

Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

none, may show indistinct parting

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.57-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

(Mg,Fe)₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂

Moldavite and Rhodolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Moldavite and Rhodolite 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 Rhodolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Moldavite- SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
Chemical formula of Rhodolite- (Mg,Fe)₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂

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Moldavite and Rhodolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Moldavite and Rhodolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Moldavite and Rhodolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Moldavite is 3.84 whereas that of Rhodolite is 3.84.