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Kunzite and Gahnite Physical Properties


Gahnite and Kunzite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.15-3.21  
4.00-4.62  

Fracture
-  
Conchoidal, Uneven  

Cleavage
1,2 prismatic  
Indistinct parting on [111]  

Mohs Hardness
6-7  
7.5-8  

Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6  
ZnAl 2O 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Kunzite and Gahnite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kunzite and Gahnite 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 Gahnite chemical formula.

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Kunzite and Gahnite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kunzite and Gahnite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kunzite and Gahnite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kunzite is 4.00-4.62 whereas that of Gahnite is 4.00-4.62.

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