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Hexagonite and Kunzite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.98-3.03
3.15-3.21
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
[110] perfect; [010] distinct
1,2 prismatic
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
6-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
LiAlSi2O6

Hexagonite and Kunzite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hexagonite 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 Hexagonite and Kunzite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hexagonite- Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Kunzite- LiAlSi2O6

Hexagonite and Kunzite Specific Gravity

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