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Iolite and Kunzite Physical Properties


Kunzite and Iolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.6-2.7  
3.15-3.21  

Fracture
-  
-  

Cleavage
3,1  
1,2 prismatic  

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5  
6-7  

Chemical Composition
Mg2Al4Si5O18  
LiAlSi2O6  

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Iolite and Kunzite Chemical Formula

While comparing Iolite 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 Iolite and Kunzite chemical formula.

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Iolite and Kunzite Specific Gravity

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

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