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Alunite and Chrysoprase Physical Properties


Chrysoprase and Alunite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Soluble   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.6-2.9   
2.58-2.64   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven   
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

Cleavage
On {0001}, perfect   
None   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
KAl3(SO4)2(OH)6   
SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )   

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Alunite and Chrysoprase Chemical Formula

While comparing Alunite and Chrysoprase 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 Chrysoprase chemical formula.

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Alunite and Chrysoprase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alunite and Chrysoprase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alunite and Chrysoprase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alunite is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Chrysoprase is 2.58-2.64.

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