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Kunzite and Meionite 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
3.15-3.212.78
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
1,2 prismatic
{???} Distinct, {???} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-75-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6
3CaAl 2Si 2O 8 · CaCO 3Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Kunzite and Meionite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kunzite and Meionite 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 Meionite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Kunzite- LiAlSi2O6
  • Chemical formula of Meionite- 3CaAl 2Si 2O 8 · CaCO 3Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Kunzite and Meionite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kunzite and Meionite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kunzite and Meionite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kunzite is 2.78 whereas that of Meionite is 2.78.