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Kunzite and Spinel Physical Properties


Spinel and Kunzite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.15-3.21  
3.64-3.66  

Fracture
-  
Conchoidal, Uneven  

Cleavage
1,2 prismatic  
None, but may exhibit slight parting  

Mohs Hardness
6-7  
8  

Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6  
MgAl2O4  

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Kunzite and Spinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Kunzite and Spinel 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 Spinel chemical formula.

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Kunzite and Spinel Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kunzite and Spinel Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kunzite and Spinel Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kunzite is 3.64-3.66 whereas that of Spinel is 3.64-3.66.

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