Kunzite and Sylvite Physical Properties

Kunzite and Sylvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kunzite and Sylvite 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 Sylvite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Kunzite- LiAlSi₂O₆
• Chemical formula of Sylvite- KCl

Kunzite and Sylvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kunzite and Sylvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kunzite and Sylvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kunzite is 1.993 whereas that of Sylvite is 1.993.