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Rutile and Moissanite Physical Properties


Moissanite and Rutile Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Insoluble in acids   
none   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.20-4.30   
3.17-3.24   

Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle   

Cleavage
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}   
(0001) indistinct   

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
9-9.5   

Chemical Composition
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
SiCArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Rutile and Moissanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rutile 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 Rutile and Moissanite chemical formula.

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Rutile and Moissanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rutile and Moissanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rutile and Moissanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rutile is 3.17-3.24 whereas that of Moissanite is 3.17-3.24.

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