Moldavite and Transvaal Jade Physical Properties

Moldavite and Transvaal Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Moldavite and Transvaal Jade 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 Transvaal Jade chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Moldavite- SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
• Chemical formula of Transvaal Jade- Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Moldavite and Transvaal Jade Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Moldavite and Transvaal Jade Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Moldavite and Transvaal Jade Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Moldavite is 3.55-3.73 whereas that of Transvaal Jade is 3.55-3.73.