Kunzite and Mellite Physical Properties

Kunzite and Mellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kunzite and Mellite 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 Mellite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Kunzite- LiAlSi₂O₆
• Chemical formula of Mellite- Al 2(Cl 2O 12) · 18H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Kunzite and Mellite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kunzite and Mellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kunzite and Mellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kunzite is 1.58-1.60 whereas that of Mellite is 1.58-1.60.