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Kunzite and Beryl Physical Properties


Beryl and Kunzite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.15-3.21  
2.60-2.90  

Fracture
-  
Uneven, Conchoidal, Irregular  

Cleavage
1,2 prismatic  
Imperfect on {0001}  

Mohs Hardness
6-7  
7.5-8  

Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6  
Be3Al2Si6O18  

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Kunzite and Beryl Chemical Formula

While comparing Kunzite and Beryl 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 Beryl chemical formula.

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Kunzite and Beryl Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kunzite and Beryl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kunzite and Beryl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kunzite is 2.60-2.90 whereas that of Beryl is 2.60-2.90.

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