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Kunzite and Alexandrite Physical Properties


Alexandrite and Kunzite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.15-3.21  
3.69-3.81  

Fracture
-  
-  

Cleavage
1,2 prismatic  
1,1 ; 3,2.  

Mohs Hardness
6-7  
8.5  

Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6  
BeAl 2 O 4  

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Kunzite and Alexandrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kunzite and Alexandrite 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 Kunzite and Alexandrite chemical formula.

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Kunzite and Alexandrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kunzite and Alexandrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kunzite and Alexandrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kunzite is 3.69-3.81 whereas that of Alexandrite is 3.69-3.81.

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