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Danburite and Kyanite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.97-3.03
3.53-3.65
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle
Splintery, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
{001} Poor
[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7
4-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Danburite and Kyanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Danburite 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 Danburite and Kyanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Danburite- CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Danburite and Kyanite Specific Gravity

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