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Melanite and Morganite Physical Properties


Morganite and Melanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.70-4.10   
2.71-2.90   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
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Cleavage
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3,1 basal   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7   
7.5-8   

Chemical Composition
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
Be3Al2SiO6   

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Melanite and Morganite Chemical Formula

While comparing Melanite 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 Melanite and Morganite chemical formula.

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Melanite and Morganite Specific Gravity

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

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