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Kunzite
Kunzite

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Kunzite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

-
Elastic

Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

3.15-3.212.9-3.1
1 7.18
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Fracture

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Uneven

Cleavage

1,2 prismatic
Perfect basal {001}

Mohs Hardness

6-73.5-4.0
2 10
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Chemical Composition

LiAlSi2O6
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Kunzite and Zinnwaldite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kunzite and Zinnwaldite 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 Zinnwaldite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Kunzite- LiAlSi2O6
  • Chemical formula of Zinnwaldite- -

Kunzite and Zinnwaldite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kunzite and Zinnwaldite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kunzite and Zinnwaldite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kunzite is 2.9-3.1 whereas that of Zinnwaldite is 2.9-3.1.