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Alunite and Kyanite Physical Properties


Kyanite and Alunite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
Soluble   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.6-2.9   
3.53-3.65   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven   
Splintery, Brittle, Metallic   

Cleavage
On {0001}, perfect   
[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4   
4-7   

Chemical Composition
KAl3(SO4)2(OH)6   
Not Available   

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Alunite and Kyanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Alunite and Kyanite 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 Alunite and Kyanite chemical formula.

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Alunite and Kyanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alunite and Kyanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alunite and Kyanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alunite is 3.53-3.65 whereas that of Kyanite is 3.53-3.65.

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