Norbergite and Moissanite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
none
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.177
3.17-3.24
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle
Cleavage
{???} Distinct
(0001) indistinct
Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
9-9.5
Chemical Composition
Mg 3(SiO 4)(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
SiCArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Norbergite and Moissanite Chemical Formula
While comparing Norbergite and Moissanite 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 Norbergite and Moissanite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Norbergite- Mg 3(SiO 4)(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
- Chemical formula of Moissanite- SiCArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Norbergite and Moissanite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Norbergite and Moissanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Norbergite and Moissanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Norbergite is 3.17-3.24 whereas that of Moissanite is 3.17-3.24.