Periclase and Kunzite Physical Properties

Periclase

Kunzite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.7-3.93.15-3.21

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Brittle

Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)

1.6 Cleavage

{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}

1,2 prismatic

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-66-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

LiAlSi₂O₆

Periclase and Kunzite Chemical Formula

While comparing Periclase 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 Periclase and Kunzite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Kunzite- LiAlSi₂O₆

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Periclase and Kunzite Specific Gravity

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