Kyanite and Andradite Physical Properties

Kyanite

Andradite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.53-3.65

3.70-4.10

1.5 Fracture

Splintery, Brittle, Metallic

Conchoidal, Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between

none

1.7 Mohs Hardness

4-7

6.5-7

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Kyanite and Andradite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kyanite and Andradite 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 Kyanite and Andradite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Andradite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Kyanite and Andradite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kyanite and Andradite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kyanite and Andradite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kyanite is 3.70-4.10 whereas that of Andradite is 3.70-4.10.