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Kunzite and Lepidocrocite Physical Properties


Lepidocrocite and Kunzite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.15-3.21   
4   

Fracture
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)   
Uneven   

Cleavage
1,2 prismatic   
{010} Perfect   

Mohs Hardness
6-7   
5   

Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6   
Not Available   

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Kunzite and Lepidocrocite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kunzite and Lepidocrocite 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 Lepidocrocite chemical formula.

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Kunzite and Lepidocrocite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kunzite and Lepidocrocite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kunzite and Lepidocrocite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kunzite is 4 whereas that of Lepidocrocite is 4.

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