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Alunite

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Alunite and Selenite Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
Brittle
Soluble
-
2.6-2.9
Conchoidal, Uneven
On {0001}, perfect
3.5-4
KAl3(SO4)2(OH)6
 
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-9999
-
Perfect
2
CaSO4·2H2O

Alunite and Selenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Alunite and Selenite 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 Selenite chemical formula.

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Alunite and Selenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alunite and Selenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alunite Vs Selenite during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alunite is whereas that of Selenite is .