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Kunzite and Montebrasite Physical Properties


Montebrasite and Kunzite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.15-3.21   
2.98-3.10   

Fracture
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)   
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
1,2 prismatic   
{100} Perfect, {110} Good, {011} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
6-7   
5.5-6   

Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6   
LiAl(PO 4)(OH,F)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   

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Kunzite and Montebrasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kunzite and Montebrasite 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 Montebrasite chemical formula.

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Kunzite and Montebrasite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kunzite and Montebrasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kunzite and Montebrasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kunzite is 2.98-3.10 whereas that of Montebrasite is 2.98-3.10.

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