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Kunzite and Chrysoberyl Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.15-3.213.69-3.81
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
1,2 prismatic
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-78.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6
BeAl 2 O 4

Kunzite and Chrysoberyl Chemical Formula

While comparing Kunzite and Chrysoberyl 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 Chrysoberyl chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Kunzite- LiAlSi2O6
  • Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4

Kunzite and Chrysoberyl Specific Gravity

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