Moissanite and Phenakite Physical Properties

Moissanite

Phenakite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

none

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.17-3.242.90-2.98

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

(0001) indistinct

Distinct on {11 2 0}, imperfect on {10 1 1}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

9-9.57.5-8

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

SiCArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Be 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Moissanite and Phenakite Chemical Formula

While comparing Moissanite and Phenakite 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 Phenakite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Moissanite- SiCArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Chemical formula of Phenakite- Be 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Moissanite and Phenakite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Moissanite and Phenakite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Moissanite and Phenakite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Moissanite is 2.90-2.98 whereas that of Phenakite is 2.90-2.98.