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Kyanite and Spinel Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
none
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.53-3.653.64-3.66
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Splintery, Brittle, Metallic
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between
None, but may exhibit slight parting
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4-78
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
MgAl2O4

Kyanite and Spinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Kyanite and Spinel 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 Spinel chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl2O4

Kyanite and Spinel Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kyanite and Spinel Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kyanite and Spinel Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kyanite is 3.64-3.66 whereas that of Spinel is 3.64-3.66.