Morganite and Leucite Physical Properties

Morganite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.71-2.90

2.45-2.50

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

3,1 basal

Poor on {110}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.5-8

5.5-6

1.8 Chemical Composition

Be₃Al₂SiO₆

KAlSi 2O 6Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Morganite and Leucite Chemical Formula

While comparing Morganite and Leucite 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 Leucite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Morganite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆
Chemical formula of Leucite- KAlSi 2O 6Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Morganite and Leucite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Morganite and Leucite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Morganite and Leucite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Morganite is 2.45-2.50 whereas that of Leucite is 2.45-2.50.