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Rhodolite and Moldavite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.84
2.32-2.38
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
none, may show indistinct parting
Not Available
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)3Al2Si3O12
SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Rhodolite and Moldavite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodolite 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 Rhodolite and Moldavite chemical formula.

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

Rhodolite and Moldavite Specific Gravity

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