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Scorodite and Moissanite Physical Properties


Moissanite and Scorodite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
none   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
Not Available   
3.17-3.24   

Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery   
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle   

Cleavage
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor   
(0001) indistinct   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4   
9-9.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
SiCArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Scorodite and Moissanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite 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 Scorodite and Moissanite chemical formula.

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Scorodite and Moissanite Specific Gravity

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

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