Moissanite and Cassiterite Physical Properties

Moissanite and Cassiterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Moissanite and Cassiterite 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 Cassiterite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Moissanite- SiCArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Cassiterite- SnO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Moissanite and Cassiterite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Moissanite and Cassiterite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Moissanite and Cassiterite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Moissanite is 6.86-7.03 whereas that of Cassiterite is 6.86-7.03.