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Danburite and Kunzite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.97-3.033.15-3.21
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
{001} Poor
1,2 prismatic
1.7 Mohs Hardness
76-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
LiAlSi2O6

Danburite and Kunzite Chemical Formula

While comparing Danburite 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 Danburite and Kunzite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Danburite- CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Kunzite- LiAlSi2O6

Danburite and Kunzite Specific Gravity

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