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Kyanite
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Kyanite and Tortoiseshell Physical Properties

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
3.53-3.651.25-1.35
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Splintery, Brittle, Metallic
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1.6 Cleavage
[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
4-7Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Kyanite and Tortoiseshell Chemical Formula

While comparing Kyanite and Tortoiseshell 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 Tortoiseshell chemical formula.

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Kyanite and Tortoiseshell Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kyanite and Tortoiseshell Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kyanite and Tortoiseshell Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kyanite is 1.25-1.35 whereas that of Tortoiseshell is 1.25-1.35.