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Kunzite and Ulexite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.15-3.21
1.65-1.99
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
1,2 prismatic
{010} Perfect, {110} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-7
2-2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6
NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Kunzite and Ulexite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kunzite and Ulexite 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 Ulexite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Kunzite- LiAlSi2O6
  • Chemical formula of Ulexite- NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Kunzite and Ulexite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kunzite and Ulexite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kunzite and Ulexite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kunzite is 1.65-1.99 whereas that of Ulexite is 1.65-1.99.