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Kornerupine and Piemontite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.25-3.45
Not Available
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven
Uneven, Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
Good on {110}
[001] good, [100] distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mg 3Al 6(Si,Al,B) 5O 21(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
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Kornerupine and Piemontite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kornerupine and Piemontite 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 Kornerupine and Piemontite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Kornerupine- Mg 3Al 6(Si,Al,B) 5O 21(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
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Kornerupine and Piemontite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kornerupine and Piemontite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kornerupine and Piemontite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kornerupine is Not Available whereas that of Piemontite is Not Available.