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Kunzite and Hiddenite Physical Properties

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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
3.15-3.213.15-3.21
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
1,2 prismatic
1,2 prismatic
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-76-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6
LiAlSi2O6

Kunzite and Hiddenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kunzite and Hiddenite 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 Hiddenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Kunzite- LiAlSi2O6
  • Chemical formula of Hiddenite- LiAlSi2O6

Kunzite and Hiddenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kunzite and Hiddenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kunzite and Hiddenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kunzite is 3.15-3.21 whereas that of Hiddenite is 3.15-3.21.