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Kunzite and Scapolite Physical Properties


Scapolite and Kunzite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
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Solubility
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Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.15-3.21   
2.58-2.74   

Fracture
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)   
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Splintery   

Cleavage
1,2 prismatic   
{100} Distinct, {110} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
6-7   
5.5-6   

Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6   
Na 4Al 3Si 9O 24Cl to Ca 4Al 6Si 6O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   

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Kunzite and Scapolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kunzite and Scapolite 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 Scapolite chemical formula.

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Kunzite and Scapolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kunzite and Scapolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kunzite and Scapolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kunzite is 2.58-2.74 whereas that of Scapolite is 2.58-2.74.

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