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Kunzite and Phenakite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.15-3.21
2.90-2.98
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
1,2 prismatic
Distinct on {11 2 0}, imperfect on {10 1 1}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-7
7.5-8
1.8 Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6
Be 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Kunzite and Phenakite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kunzite and Phenakite 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 Phenakite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Kunzite- LiAlSi2O6
  • Chemical formula of Phenakite- Be 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Kunzite and Phenakite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kunzite and Phenakite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kunzite and Phenakite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kunzite is 2.90-2.98 whereas that of Phenakite is 2.90-2.98.