Moissanite and Cerussite Physical Properties

Moissanite

Cerussite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

none

insoluble

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.17-3.246.46-6.57

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

(0001) indistinct

Good [110] and [021]

1.7 Mohs Hardness

9-9.53-3.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

SiCArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

PbCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Moissanite and Cerussite Chemical Formula

While comparing Moissanite and Cerussite 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 Cerussite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Moissanite- SiCArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Chemical formula of Cerussite- PbCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Moissanite and Cerussite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Moissanite and Cerussite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Moissanite and Cerussite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Moissanite is 6.46-6.57 whereas that of Cerussite is 6.46-6.57.