Morganite and Verdelite 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

2.71-2.90

2.90-3.40

1.5 Fracture

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

1.6 Cleavage

3,1 basal

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.5-8

7-7.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

Be₃Al₂SiO₆

Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.

Morganite and Verdelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Morganite and Verdelite 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 Verdelite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Morganite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆
Chemical formula of Verdelite- Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.

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Morganite and Verdelite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Morganite and Verdelite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Morganite and Verdelite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Morganite is 2.90-3.40 whereas that of Verdelite is 2.90-3.40.