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Kunzite and Dumortierite Physical Properties

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
3.15-3.21
3.26-3.41
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Fibrous, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
1.6 Cleavage
1,2 prismatic
Distinct on {100}, poor on {110}; parting on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-7
7-8.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6
AlAl6O3BSi3O18

Kunzite and Dumortierite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kunzite and Dumortierite 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 Dumortierite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Kunzite- LiAlSi2O6
  • Chemical formula of Dumortierite- AlAl6O3BSi3O18

Kunzite and Dumortierite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kunzite and Dumortierite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kunzite and Dumortierite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kunzite is 3.26-3.41 whereas that of Dumortierite is 3.26-3.41.