Kyanite and Hauyne Physical Properties

Kyanite

Hauyne

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

Gelatinises in acids

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.53-3.652.4-2.5

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Splintery, Brittle, Metallic

Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between

Distinct on {110}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

4-75-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Kyanite and Hauyne Chemical Formula

While comparing Kyanite and Hauyne 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 Hauyne chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

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Kyanite and Hauyne Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kyanite and Hauyne Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kyanite and Hauyne Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kyanite is 2.4-2.5 whereas that of Hauyne is 2.4-2.5.