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Kunzite and Charlesite Physical Properties


Charlesite and Kunzite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.15-3.21  
1.79  

Fracture
-  
Irregular/uneven  

Cleavage
1,2 prismatic  
Perfect on {10bar10}  

Mohs Hardness
6-7  
2.5  

Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6  
Ca6(Al,Si)2(SO4)2B(OH)4(OH,O)12•26(H2O)  

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Kunzite and Charlesite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kunzite and Charlesite 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 Charlesite chemical formula.

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Kunzite and Charlesite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kunzite and Charlesite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kunzite and Charlesite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kunzite is 1.79 whereas that of Charlesite is 1.79.

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