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Kyanite

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Kyanite and Gyrolite 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
3.53-3.652.48
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Splintery, Brittle, Metallic
Brittle, Uneven, Brittle, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between
Perfect on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4-72
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
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NaCa16Si23AlO60(OH)8•64(H2O)

Kyanite and Gyrolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kyanite and Gyrolite 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 Gyrolite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Gyrolite- NaCa16Si23AlO60(OH)8•64(H2O)

Kyanite and Gyrolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kyanite and Gyrolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kyanite and Gyrolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kyanite is 2.48 whereas that of Gyrolite is 2.48.