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Morganite and Zoisite Physical Properties


Zoisite and Morganite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.71-2.90  
3.20-3.50  

Fracture
-  
Uneven, Conchoidal, Even  

Cleavage
3,1 basal  
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}  

Mohs Hardness
7.5-8  
6-7  

Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6  
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)  

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Morganite and Zoisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Morganite and Zoisite 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 Zoisite chemical formula.

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Morganite and Zoisite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Morganite and Zoisite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Morganite and Zoisite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Morganite is 3.20-3.50 whereas that of Zoisite is 3.20-3.50.

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