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Kunzite and Dravite Physical Properties


Dravite and Kunzite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.15-3.21  
3.03-3.18  

Fracture
-  
Uneven, Irregular, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
1,2 prismatic  
{???} Indistinct  

Mohs Hardness
6-7  
7-7.5  

Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6  
Na(Mg 3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)  

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Kunzite and Dravite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kunzite and Dravite 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 Dravite chemical formula.

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Kunzite and Dravite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kunzite and Dravite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kunzite and Dravite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kunzite is 3.03-3.18 whereas that of Dravite is 3.03-3.18.

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