Morganite and Chlorite group Physical Properties

Morganite and Chlorite group Chemical Formula

While comparing Morganite and Chlorite group 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 Morganite and Chlorite group chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Morganite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆
• Chemical formula of Chlorite group- (Mg,Fe)3(Si,Al)4O10(OH)2·(Mg,Fe)3(OH)6

Morganite and Chlorite group Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Morganite and Chlorite group Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Morganite and Chlorite group Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Morganite is 2.6-3.3 whereas that of Chlorite group is 2.6-3.3.