Moissanite and Tsavorite Physical Properties

Moissanite and Tsavorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Moissanite and Tsavorite 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 Tsavorite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Moissanite- SiCArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Tsavorite- Ca3Al2(SiO4)3

Moissanite and Tsavorite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Moissanite and Tsavorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Moissanite and Tsavorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Moissanite is 3.55-3.73 whereas that of Tsavorite is 3.55-3.73.