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Moissanite and Scorodite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
none
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.17-3.24
Not Available
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
(0001) indistinct
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor
1.7 Mohs Hardness
9-9.5
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiCArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Not Available

Moissanite and Scorodite Chemical Formula

While comparing Moissanite and Scorodite 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 Scorodite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Moissanite- SiCArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Moissanite and Scorodite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Moissanite and Scorodite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Moissanite and Scorodite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Moissanite is Not Available whereas that of Scorodite is Not Available.