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Morganite and Melanite Physical Properties


Melanite 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   
3.70-4.10   

Fracture
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ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
3,1 basal   
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Mohs Hardness
7.5-8   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6   
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Morganite and Melanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Morganite and Melanite 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 Melanite chemical formula.

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Morganite and Melanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Morganite and Melanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Morganite and Melanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Morganite is 3.70-4.10 whereas that of Melanite is 3.70-4.10.

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