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Moissanite and Bort Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
none
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.17-3.24
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1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle
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1.6 Cleavage
(0001) indistinct
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
9-9.5
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1.8 Chemical Composition
SiCArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Moissanite and Bort Chemical Formula

While comparing Moissanite and Bort 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 Moissanite and Bort chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Moissanite- SiCArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Moissanite and Bort Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Moissanite and Bort Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Moissanite and Bort Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Moissanite is Not Available whereas that of Bort is Not Available.