Kunzite and Leucophanite Physical Properties

Kunzite

Leucophanite

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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

3.15-3.21Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Brittle, Metallic

1.6 Cleavage

1,2 prismatic

{???} Good, {???} Good, {???} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-7Not Available

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

LiAlSi₂O₆

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Kunzite and Leucophanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kunzite and Leucophanite 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 Leucophanite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Kunzite- LiAlSi₂O₆

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Kunzite and Leucophanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kunzite and Leucophanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kunzite and Leucophanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kunzite is Not Available whereas that of Leucophanite is Not Available.