Morganite and Richterite Physical Properties

Morganite and Richterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Morganite and Richterite 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 Richterite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Morganite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆
• Chemical formula of Richterite- Na(CaNa)(Mg,Fe++)5(Si8O22)(OH)2

Morganite and Richterite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Morganite and Richterite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Morganite and Richterite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Morganite is 3.0-3.5 whereas that of Richterite is 3.0-3.5.