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Alunite and Helenite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Soluble
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.6-2.9
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1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven
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1.6 Cleavage
On {0001}, perfect
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
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1.8 Chemical Composition
KAl3(SO4)2(OH)6
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Alunite and Helenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Alunite and Helenite 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 Helenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Alunite- KAl3(SO4)2(OH)6
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Alunite and Helenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alunite and Helenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alunite and Helenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alunite is Not Available whereas that of Helenite is Not Available.