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Moissanite and Titanite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
none
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.17-3.243.48-3.60
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
(0001) indistinct
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
9-9.55-5.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiCArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Moissanite and Titanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Moissanite and Titanite 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 Titanite chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Moissanite and Titanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Moissanite and Titanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Moissanite is 3.48-3.60 whereas that of Titanite is 3.48-3.60.