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Kyanite and Cavansite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.53-3.652.25-2.33
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Splintery, Brittle, Metallic
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between
Good on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4-73-4
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Ca(VO)Si4O10•4(H2O)

Kyanite and Cavansite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kyanite and Cavansite 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 Cavansite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Cavansite- Ca(VO)Si4O10•4(H2O)

Kyanite and Cavansite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kyanite and Cavansite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kyanite and Cavansite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kyanite is 2.25-2.33 whereas that of Cavansite is 2.25-2.33.