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Thulite 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
3.13.15-3.21
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
1,2 prismatic
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-76-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
LiAlSi2O6

Thulite and Kunzite Chemical Formula

While comparing Thulite 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 Thulite and Kunzite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
  • Chemical formula of Kunzite- LiAlSi2O6

Thulite and Kunzite Specific Gravity

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