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Chrysoberyl and Kunzite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.69-3.81
3.15-3.21
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
1,2 prismatic
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8.5
6-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4
LiAlSi2O6

Chrysoberyl and Kunzite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysoberyl 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 Chrysoberyl and Kunzite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4
  • Chemical formula of Kunzite- LiAlSi2O6

Chrysoberyl and Kunzite Specific Gravity

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

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