Zinnwaldite and Kunzite Physical Properties

Zinnwaldite

Kunzite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Elastic

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

2.9-3.13.15-3.21

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

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

1.6 Cleavage

Perfect basal {001}

1,2 prismatic

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-4.06-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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LiAlSi₂O₆

Zinnwaldite and Kunzite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zinnwaldite 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 Zinnwaldite and Kunzite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Kunzite- LiAlSi₂O₆

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Zinnwaldite and Kunzite Specific Gravity

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