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Alunite and Pietersite Physical Properties


Pietersite 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   
Not Available   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven   
Not Available   

Cleavage
On {0001}, perfect   
Not Available   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4   
5   

Chemical Composition
KAl3(SO4)2(OH)6   
Not Available   

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Alunite and Pietersite Chemical Formula

While comparing Alunite and Pietersite 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 Pietersite chemical formula.

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Alunite and Pietersite Specific Gravity

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

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