Kunzite and Cacoxenite Physical Properties

Kunzite and Cacoxenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kunzite and Cacoxenite 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 Cacoxenite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Kunzite- LiAlSi₂O₆
• Chemical formula of Cacoxenite- (Fe+++,Al)25(PO4)17O6(OH)12•75(H2O)

Kunzite and Cacoxenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kunzite and Cacoxenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kunzite and Cacoxenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kunzite is 2.2-2.6 whereas that of Cacoxenite is 2.2-2.6.