Musgravite and Moldavite Physical Properties

Musgravite and Moldavite Chemical Formula

While comparing Musgravite and Moldavite 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 Musgravite and Moldavite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Musgravite- (Mg,Fe,Zn)Al 6BeO 12Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Moldavite- SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Musgravite and Moldavite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Musgravite and Moldavite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Musgravite and Moldavite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Musgravite is 2.32-2.38 whereas that of Moldavite is 2.32-2.38.