Esperite and Moissanite Physical Properties

Esperite

Moissanite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

none

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.28-4.423.17-3.24

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Metallic

Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

Distinct on [010] and [100] poor on [101]

(0001) indistinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.59-9.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

SiCArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Esperite and Moissanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Esperite 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 Esperite and Moissanite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Esperite- PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Chemical formula of Moissanite- SiCArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Esperite and Moissanite Specific Gravity

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