Scorzalite and Kunzite Physical Properties

Scorzalite

Kunzite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.313.15-3.21

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

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

1.6 Cleavage

{110} Good

1,2 prismatic

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-66-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

LiAlSi₂O₆

Scorzalite and Kunzite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorzalite 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 Scorzalite and Kunzite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Scorzalite- (Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Kunzite- LiAlSi₂O₆

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Scorzalite and Kunzite Specific Gravity

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