Umbalite and Musgravite Physical Properties

Umbalite and Musgravite Chemical Formula

While comparing Umbalite and Musgravite 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 Umbalite and Musgravite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Umbalite- Mg 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3 -Mn2+3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
• Chemical formula of Musgravite- (Mg,Fe,Zn)Al 6BeO 12Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Umbalite and Musgravite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Umbalite and Musgravite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Umbalite and Musgravite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Umbalite is 3.62-3.68 whereas that of Musgravite is 3.62-3.68.