Gaylussite and Moissanite Physical Properties

Gaylussite and Moissanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Gaylussite 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 Gaylussite and Moissanite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Gaylussite- Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)
• Chemical formula of Moissanite- SiCArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Gaylussite and Moissanite Specific Gravity

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