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Alunite and Anyolite Physical Properties


Anyolite and Alunite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
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Solubility
Soluble   
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Durability
Not Available   
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Specific Gravity
2.6-2.9   
3.20-3.50   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven   
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Cleavage
On {0001}, perfect   
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Mohs Hardness
3.5-4   
6-7   

Chemical Composition
KAl3(SO4)2(OH)6   
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Alunite and Anyolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Alunite and Anyolite 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 Alunite and Anyolite chemical formula.

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Alunite and Anyolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alunite and Anyolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alunite and Anyolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alunite is 3.20-3.50 whereas that of Anyolite is 3.20-3.50.

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