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Kunzite and Gaylussite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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decomposes in water
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.15-3.211.93-1.99
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
1,2 prismatic
perfect [110]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-72.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6
Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)

Kunzite and Gaylussite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kunzite and Gaylussite 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 Gaylussite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Kunzite- LiAlSi2O6
  • Chemical formula of Gaylussite- Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)

Kunzite and Gaylussite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kunzite and Gaylussite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kunzite and Gaylussite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kunzite is 1.93-1.99 whereas that of Gaylussite is 1.93-1.99.