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Kyanite and Stichtite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.53-3.652.11-2.20
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Splintery, Brittle, Metallic
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between
Perfect on {0001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4-7Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Mg 6Cr 2(CO 3)(OH) 16 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Kyanite and Stichtite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kyanite and Stichtite 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 Stichtite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Stichtite- Mg 6Cr 2(CO 3)(OH) 16 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Kyanite and Stichtite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kyanite and Stichtite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kyanite and Stichtite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kyanite is 2.11-2.20 whereas that of Stichtite is 2.11-2.20.