Fibrolite and Kyanite Physical Properties

Fibrolite and Kyanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Fibrolite 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 Fibrolite and Kyanite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Fibrolite- Al 2SiO 5Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Kyanite- Al2SiO5

Fibrolite and Kyanite Specific Gravity

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