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Kunzite and Chabazite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.15-3.212.08-2.16
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
1,2 prismatic
distinct/good on {1011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-74.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Kunzite and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kunzite and Chabazite 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 Chabazite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Kunzite- LiAlSi2O6
  • Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Kunzite and Chabazite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kunzite and Chabazite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kunzite and Chabazite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kunzite is 2.08-2.16 whereas that of Chabazite is 2.08-2.16.