Moissanite and Linarite Physical Properties

Moissanite and Linarite Chemical Formula

While comparing Moissanite and Linarite 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 Linarite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Moissanite- SiCArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Linarite- PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Moissanite and Linarite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Moissanite and Linarite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Moissanite and Linarite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Moissanite is 5.35 whereas that of Linarite is 5.35.