Moissanite and Phenakite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
none
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.17-3.24
2.90-2.98
Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle
Cleavage
(0001) indistinct
Distinct on {11 2 0}, imperfect on {10 1 1}
Mohs Hardness
9-9.5
7.5-8
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
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.