Sonolite and Moldavite Physical Properties

Sonolite and Moldavite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sonolite 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 Sonolite and Moldavite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sonolite- Mn2+9(SiO 4) 4(OH,F) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Moldavite- SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Sonolite and Moldavite Specific Gravity

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