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Kyanite and Hexagonite Physical Properties

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
3.53-3.65
2.98-3.03
1.5 Fracture
Splintery, Brittle, Metallic
Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between
[110] perfect; [010] distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4-7
5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Kyanite and Hexagonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kyanite and Hexagonite 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 Hexagonite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Hexagonite- Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Kyanite and Hexagonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kyanite and Hexagonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kyanite and Hexagonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kyanite is 2.98-3.03 whereas that of Hexagonite is 2.98-3.03.