Kyanite and Titanite Physical Properties

Kyanite

Titanite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.53-3.653.48-3.60

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Splintery, Brittle, Metallic

Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

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

Distinct on [110], parting on {221}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

4-75-5.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Kyanite and Titanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kyanite and Titanite 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 Titanite chemical formula.

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Kyanite and Titanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kyanite and Titanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kyanite and Titanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kyanite is 3.48-3.60 whereas that of Titanite is 3.48-3.60.