Musgravite and Wernerite Physical Properties

Musgravite and Wernerite Chemical Formula

While comparing Musgravite and Wernerite 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 Wernerite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Musgravite- (Mg,Fe,Zn)Al 6BeO 12Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Wernerite- Na 4(Al,Si) 12O 24Cl to Ca 4(Si,Al) 12O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Musgravite and Wernerite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Musgravite and Wernerite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Musgravite and Wernerite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Musgravite is 2.50-2.80 whereas that of Wernerite is 2.50-2.80.