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Kyanite and Phosphosiderite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
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Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

3.53-3.652.74-2.76
1 7.18
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Fracture

Splintery
Uneven

Cleavage

[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between
{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct

Mohs Hardness

4-73.5-4
2 10
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Chemical Composition

Al2SiO5
Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Kyanite and Phosphosiderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kyanite and Phosphosiderite 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 Phosphosiderite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Kyanite- Al2SiO5
  • Chemical formula of Phosphosiderite- Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Kyanite and Phosphosiderite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kyanite and Phosphosiderite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kyanite and Phosphosiderite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kyanite is 2.74-2.76 whereas that of Phosphosiderite is 2.74-2.76.