Moissanite and Scapolite Physical Properties

Moissanite

Scapolite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

none

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.17-3.242.58-2.74

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

(0001) indistinct

{100} Distinct, {110} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

9-9.55.5-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

SiCArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Na 4Al 3Si 9O 24Cl to Ca 4Al 6Si 6O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Moissanite and Scapolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Moissanite and Scapolite 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 Scapolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Moissanite- SiCArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Chemical formula of Scapolite- Na 4Al 3Si 9O 24Cl to Ca 4Al 6Si 6O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

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Moissanite and Scapolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Moissanite and Scapolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Moissanite and Scapolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Moissanite is 2.58-2.74 whereas that of Scapolite is 2.58-2.74.