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Morganite and Dumortierite Physical Properties


Dumortierite and Morganite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.71-2.90   
3.26-3.41   

Fracture
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Fibrous, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   

Cleavage
3,1 basal   
Distinct on {100}, poor on {110}; parting on {001}   

Mohs Hardness
7.5-8   
7-8.5   

Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6   
AlAl6O3BSi3O18   

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Morganite and Dumortierite Chemical Formula

While comparing Morganite and Dumortierite 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 Dumortierite chemical formula.

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Morganite and Dumortierite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Morganite and Dumortierite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Morganite and Dumortierite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Morganite is 3.26-3.41 whereas that of Dumortierite is 3.26-3.41.

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