Morganite and Willemite Physical Properties

Morganite and Willemite Chemical Formula

While comparing Morganite and Willemite 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 Willemite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Morganite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆
• Chemical formula of Willemite- Zn 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Morganite and Willemite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Morganite and Willemite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Morganite and Willemite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Morganite is 3.89-4.18 whereas that of Willemite is 3.89-4.18.