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Kyanite and Elbaite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.53-3.652.90-3.10
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Splintery, Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between
Poor/indistinct on {1120} and {1011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4-77
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) More from other references

Kyanite and Elbaite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kyanite and Elbaite 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 Elbaite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Elbaite- Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) More from other references

Kyanite and Elbaite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kyanite and Elbaite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kyanite and Elbaite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kyanite is 2.90-3.10 whereas that of Elbaite is 2.90-3.10.