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Onyx and Kunzite 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
2.55-2.70
3.15-3.21
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
Indiscernible
1,2 prismatic
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
6-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
LiAlSi2O6

Onyx and Kunzite Chemical Formula

While comparing Onyx 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 Onyx and Kunzite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Onyx- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Kunzite- LiAlSi2O6

Onyx and Kunzite Specific Gravity

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