Moissanite and Linarite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
none
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.17-3.24
5.35
Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle
Cleavage
(0001) indistinct
Perfect on {100}, imperfect on {001}
Chemical Composition
SiCArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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 OâDonoghue , 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.