Morion and Bytownite Physical Properties

Morion and Bytownite Chemical Formula

While comparing Morion and Bytownite 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 Morion and Bytownite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Morion- SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Bytownite- Ca(70-90%)Na(30-10%)(Al,Si)AlSi 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Morion and Bytownite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Morion and Bytownite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Morion and Bytownite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Morion is 2.72-2.75 whereas that of Bytownite is 2.72-2.75.