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Ekanite and Moissanite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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none
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.28-3.32
3.17-3.24
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{101} Distinct
(0001) indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
9-9.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
SiCArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Ekanite and Moissanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ekanite 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 Ekanite and Moissanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ekanite- ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Moissanite- SiCArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Ekanite and Moissanite Specific Gravity

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