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Kyanite and Black Opal Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.53-3.651.97-2.22
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Splintery, Brittle, Metallic
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
4-76-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
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SiO 2 + H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Kyanite and Black Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Kyanite and Black Opal 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 Black Opal chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Black Opal- SiO 2 + H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Kyanite and Black Opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kyanite and Black Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kyanite and Black Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kyanite is 1.97-2.22 whereas that of Black Opal is 1.97-2.22.