What is the difference between moissanite and diamond？

Moissan diamonds and diamonds sold in auctions are generally more valuable. Moissanite, just by looking at its name, seems to be the same as a diamond. It is actually a commercialized name. Its purpose is to increase its "value". Its scientific name is "Moissanite", and it is called "Synthetic Silicon Carbide" in the chemical field. ". Although the "look" of Moissanite and diamond is very similar, the price gap between the two is very large. The price of Moissanite is generally only about one-tenth of that of diamond, and Moissanite with low quality is not even as good as that of diamond. One percent.

The composition of Moissanite and diamond is very different. Diamond is a "pure natural" gemstone. Its main ingredient is carbon, and its carbon content is generally above 96%. The other impurities are mostly Si, Al, Ca, Mg , Mn, Ti, Cr, N, etc.; Moissanite is not a natural gemstone, it is a synthetic product, so his scientific name is "Synthetic Silicon Carbide". One is natural gems and the other is synthetic silicon. Obviously, natural gems are more valuable and more valuable.