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Prehnite and Kunzite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.80-2.95
3.15-3.21
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Yellow, White, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on [001]
1,2 prismatic
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
6-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)
LiAlSi2O6

Prehnite and Kunzite Chemical Formula

While comparing Prehnite 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 Prehnite and Kunzite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Prehnite- Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)
  • Chemical formula of Kunzite- LiAlSi2O6

Prehnite and Kunzite Specific Gravity

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