Morganite and Hauyne Physical Properties

Morganite

Hauyne

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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Gelatinises in acids

1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

2.71-2.90

2.4-2.5

1.5 Fracture

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Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

3,1 basal

Distinct on {110}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.5-8

5-6

1.8 Chemical Composition

Be₃Al₂SiO₆

(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Morganite and Hauyne Chemical Formula

While comparing Morganite and Hauyne 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 Hauyne chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Morganite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆
Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

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Morganite and Hauyne Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Morganite and Hauyne Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Morganite and Hauyne Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Morganite is 2.4-2.5 whereas that of Hauyne is 2.4-2.5.