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Iddingsite and Kunzite Physical Properties


Kunzite and Iddingsite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.5-2.8  
3.15-3.21  

Fracture
-  
-  

Cleavage
{???} Perfect  
1,2 prismatic  

Mohs Hardness
3  
6-7  

Chemical Composition
MgO.Fe2O3.3SiO2•4(H2O)  
LiAlSi2O6  

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Iddingsite and Kunzite Chemical Formula

While comparing Iddingsite 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 Iddingsite and Kunzite chemical formula.

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Iddingsite and Kunzite Specific Gravity

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

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