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Kunzite and Pietersite Physical Properties


Pietersite and Kunzite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.15-3.21   
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Fracture
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)   
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Cleavage
1,2 prismatic   
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Mohs Hardness
6-7   
5   

Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6   
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Optical Properties >>
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Kunzite and Pietersite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kunzite and Pietersite 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 Pietersite chemical formula.

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Kunzite and Pietersite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kunzite and Pietersite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kunzite and Pietersite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kunzite is Not Available whereas that of Pietersite is Not Available.

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