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Ametrine and Alunite Physical Properties


Alunite and Ametrine Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Soluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.65   
2.6-2.9   

Fracture
Not Available   
Conchoidal, Uneven   

Cleavage
Indiscernible   
On {0001}, perfect   

Mohs Hardness
7   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
SiO2   
KAl3(SO4)2(OH)6   

Optical Properties >>
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Ametrine and Alunite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ametrine and Alunite 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 Ametrine and Alunite chemical formula.

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Ametrine and Alunite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ametrine and Alunite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ametrine and Alunite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ametrine is 2.6-2.9 whereas that of Alunite is 2.6-2.9.

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