Black Opal and Moissanite Physical Properties

Black Opal and Moissanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Black Opal and Moissanite 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 Black Opal and Moissanite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Black Opal- SiO 2 + H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Moissanite- SiCArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Black Opal and Moissanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Black Opal and Moissanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Black Opal and Moissanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Black Opal is 3.17-3.24 whereas that of Moissanite is 3.17-3.24.