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Amblygonite and Kunzite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.98-3.10
3.15-3.21
1.5 Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Irregular/uneven, Sub-Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
[100] Perfect, [110] Good, [011] Distinct
1,2 prismatic
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6
6-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Li,Na)Al(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
LiAlSi2O6

Amblygonite and Kunzite Chemical Formula

While comparing Amblygonite and Kunzite 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 Amblygonite and Kunzite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Amblygonite- (Li,Na)Al(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Kunzite- LiAlSi2O6

Amblygonite and Kunzite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Amblygonite and Kunzite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Amblygonite and Kunzite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Amblygonite is 3.15-3.21 whereas that of Kunzite is 3.15-3.21.

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