Goshenite and Moissanite Physical Properties

Goshenite

Moissanite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

none

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.60-2.90

3.17-3.24

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

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

1.6 Cleavage

3,1 basal

(0001) indistinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.5-8

9-9.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

Be₃Al₂SiO₆

SiCArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Goshenite and Moissanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite 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 Goshenite and Moissanite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆
Chemical formula of Moissanite- SiCArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Goshenite and Moissanite Specific Gravity

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