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Kunzite and Riebeckite Physical Properties

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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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.15-3.21
3.28-3.44
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, Splintery, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
1,2 prismatic
Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-7
5.0-6.0
1.8 Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6
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Kunzite and Riebeckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kunzite and Riebeckite 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 Riebeckite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Kunzite- LiAlSi2O6
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Kunzite and Riebeckite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kunzite and Riebeckite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kunzite and Riebeckite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kunzite is 3.28-3.44 whereas that of Riebeckite is 3.28-3.44.