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Morganite and Rutile Physical Properties


Rutile and Morganite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
Not Available   
Insoluble in acids   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.71-2.90   
4.20-4.30   

Fracture
Not Available   
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
3,1 basal   
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}   

Mohs Hardness
7.5-8   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6   
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Morganite and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Morganite and Rutile 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 Rutile chemical formula.

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Morganite and Rutile Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Morganite and Rutile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Morganite and Rutile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Morganite is 4.20-4.30 whereas that of Rutile is 4.20-4.30.

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