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Inderite and Kyanite Physical Properties

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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
1.79
3.53-3.65
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Splintery, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good
[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5
4-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgB 3O 3(OH) 5 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Inderite and Kyanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Inderite 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 Inderite and Kyanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Inderite- MgB 3O 3(OH) 5 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Inderite and Kyanite Specific Gravity

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