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Melanite and Kunzite Physical Properties


Kunzite and Melanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.70-4.10   
3.15-3.21   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)   

Cleavage
Not Available   
1,2 prismatic   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7   
6-7   

Chemical Composition
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
LiAlSi2O6   

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Melanite and Kunzite Chemical Formula

While comparing Melanite and Kunzite 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 Melanite and Kunzite chemical formula.

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Melanite and Kunzite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Melanite and Kunzite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Melanite and Kunzite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Melanite is 3.15-3.21 whereas that of Kunzite is 3.15-3.21.

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