Trinitite and Moldavite Physical Properties

Trinitite and Moldavite Chemical Formula

While comparing Trinitite 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 Trinitite and Moldavite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Trinitite- SiO2, Al2O3, CaO, MgO, FeO
• Chemical formula of Moldavite- SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Trinitite and Moldavite Specific Gravity

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