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Titanite and Moissanite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
none
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.48-3.60
3.17-3.24
1.5 Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}
(0001) indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
9-9.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
SiCArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Titanite and Moissanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Titanite 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 Titanite and Moissanite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Moissanite- SiCArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Titanite and Moissanite Specific Gravity

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