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Anorthite and Kunzite Physical Properties


Kunzite and Anorthite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.77   
3.15-3.21   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)   

Cleavage
Perfect [001] good [010] poor [110]   
1,2 prismatic   

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
6-7   

Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
LiAlSi2O6   

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Anorthite and Kunzite Chemical Formula

While comparing Anorthite 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 Anorthite and Kunzite chemical formula.

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Anorthite and Kunzite Specific Gravity

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

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