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Hodgkinsonite and Kyanite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
4.06-4.083.53-3.65
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
Splintery, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Perfect
[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.5-54-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mn2+ Zn 2SiO 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Hodgkinsonite and Kyanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hodgkinsonite 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 Hodgkinsonite and Kyanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hodgkinsonite- Mn2+ Zn 2SiO 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Hodgkinsonite and Kyanite Specific Gravity

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