Starlite and Morganite Physical Properties

Starlite

Morganite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.91-4.732.71-2.90

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

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1.6 Cleavage

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3,1 basal

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-7.57.5-8

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

ZrSiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Be₃Al₂SiO₆

Starlite and Morganite Chemical Formula

While comparing Starlite and Morganite 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 Starlite and Morganite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Starlite- ZrSiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Morganite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆

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Starlite and Morganite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Starlite and Morganite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Starlite and Morganite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Starlite is 2.71-2.90 whereas that of Morganite is 2.71-2.90.