Musgravite and Charoite Physical Properties

Musgravite and Charoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Musgravite and Charoite 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 Musgravite and Charoite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Musgravite- (Mg,Fe,Zn)Al 6BeO 12Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Charoite- K(Ca,Na) 2Si 4O 10(OH,F) · H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Musgravite and Charoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Musgravite and Charoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Musgravite and Charoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Musgravite is 2.54-2.78 whereas that of Charoite is 2.54-2.78.