Morganite and Nosean Physical Properties

Morganite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

2.71-2.902.30-2.40

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

3,1 basal

{110} Perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.5-8Not Available

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Be₃Al₂SiO₆

Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Morganite and Nosean Chemical Formula

While comparing Morganite and Nosean 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 Nosean chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Morganite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆
Chemical formula of Nosean- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

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Morganite and Nosean Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Morganite and Nosean Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Morganite and Nosean Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Morganite is 2.30-2.40 whereas that of Nosean is 2.30-2.40.