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Kyanite and Goethite Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
-

Solubility

-
HCl soluble

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

3.53-3.654.27-4.29
1 7.18
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Fracture

Splintery
Uneven

Cleavage

[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between
Perfect {010}

Mohs Hardness

4-75-5.5
2 10
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Chemical Composition

Al2SiO5
FeO(OH)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Kyanite and Goethite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kyanite and Goethite 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 Goethite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Kyanite- Al2SiO5
  • Chemical formula of Goethite- FeO(OH)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Kyanite and Goethite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kyanite and Goethite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kyanite and Goethite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kyanite is 4.27-4.29 whereas that of Goethite is 4.27-4.29.