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Wavellite and Kunzite Physical Properties


Kunzite and Wavellite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
insoluble  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.36  
3.15-3.21  

Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous  
-  

Cleavage
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct  
1,2 prismatic  

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4  
6-7  

Chemical Composition
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
LiAlSi2O6  

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Wavellite and Kunzite Chemical Formula

While comparing Wavellite 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 Wavellite and Kunzite chemical formula.

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Wavellite and Kunzite Specific Gravity

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

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