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Morganite and Gahnite Physical Properties


Gahnite 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   
4.00-4.62   

Fracture
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Conchoidal, Uneven   

Cleavage
3,1 basal   
Indistinct parting on [111]   

Mohs Hardness
7.5-8   
7.5-8   

Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6   
ZnAl 2O 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Morganite and Gahnite Chemical Formula

While comparing Morganite and Gahnite 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 Gahnite chemical formula.

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Morganite and Gahnite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Morganite and Gahnite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Morganite and Gahnite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Morganite is 4.00-4.62 whereas that of Gahnite is 4.00-4.62.

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