Morganite and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties

Morganite

Rhodochrosite

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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

3.0-3.3

1.5 Fracture

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Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

3,1 basal

On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.5-8

3.5-4

1.8 Chemical Composition

Be₃Al₂SiO₆

MnCO₃

Morganite and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Morganite and Rhodochrosite 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 Rhodochrosite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Morganite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆
Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO₃

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Morganite and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Morganite and Rhodochrosite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Morganite and Rhodochrosite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Morganite is 3.0-3.3 whereas that of Rhodochrosite is 3.0-3.3.