Marialite and Moissanite Physical Properties

Marialite

Moissanite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

none

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.50

3.17-3.24

1.5 Fracture

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

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

1.6 Cleavage

Distinct on {100} and {110}

(0001) indistinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-6

9-9.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

SiCArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Marialite and Moissanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Marialite 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 Marialite and Moissanite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Marialite- 3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Chemical formula of Moissanite- SiCArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Marialite and Moissanite Specific Gravity

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