Kunzite and Leucophanite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
Not Available
  
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Durability
Not Available
  
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Specific Gravity
3.15-3.21
  
Not Available
  
Fracture
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
  
Brittle, Metallic
  
Cleavage
1,2 prismatic
  
{???} Good, {???} Good, {???} Distinct
  
Mohs Hardness
6-7
  
Not Available
  
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.