Moissanite and Opal Physical Properties

Moissanite and Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Moissanite and Opal 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 Opal chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Moissanite- SiCArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Opal- SiO₂ · nH₂O

Moissanite and Opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Moissanite and Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Moissanite and Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Moissanite is 1.98-2.25 whereas that of Opal is 1.98-2.25.