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Kunzite and Wavellite Physical Properties


Wavellite and Kunzite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
insoluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.15-3.21  
2.36  

Fracture
-  
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous  

Cleavage
1,2 prismatic  
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct  

Mohs Hardness
6-7  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6  
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Kunzite and Wavellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kunzite and Wavellite 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 Wavellite chemical formula.

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Kunzite and Wavellite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kunzite and Wavellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kunzite and Wavellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kunzite is 2.36 whereas that of Wavellite is 2.36.

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