Vivianite and Moissanite Physical Properties

Vivianite and Moissanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vivianite 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 Vivianite and Moissanite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Vivianite- Fe 3(PO 4) 2 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Moissanite- SiCArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Vivianite and Moissanite Specific Gravity

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