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Baddeleyite and Morganite Physical Properties


Morganite and Baddeleyite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
5.5-6.0   
2.71-2.90   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal   
Not Available   

Cleavage
{001} Distinct   
3,1 basal   

Mohs Hardness
6.5   
7.5-8   

Chemical Composition
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
Be3Al2SiO6   

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Baddeleyite and Morganite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Morganite 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 Baddeleyite and Morganite chemical formula.

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Baddeleyite and Morganite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Morganite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Morganite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 2.71-2.90 whereas that of Morganite is 2.71-2.90.

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