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Hurlbutite and Kunzite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.903.15-3.21
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
None
1,2 prismatic
1.7 Mohs Hardness
66-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
LiAlSi2O6

Hurlbutite and Kunzite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hurlbutite 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 Hurlbutite and Kunzite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hurlbutite- CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Kunzite- LiAlSi2O6

Hurlbutite and Kunzite Specific Gravity

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