Imperial Topaz and Moissanite Physical Properties

Imperial Topaz

Moissanite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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none

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.49-3.573.17-3.24

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

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

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

(0001) indistinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

89-9.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

SiCArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Imperial Topaz and Moissanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Imperial Topaz 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 Imperial Topaz and Moissanite chemical formula.

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

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Imperial Topaz and Moissanite Specific Gravity

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