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Kyanite and Transvaal Jade Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.53-3.653.55-3.73
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Splintery, Brittle, Metallic
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
4-77-7.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Kyanite and Transvaal Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Kyanite and Transvaal Jade 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 Transvaal Jade chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Transvaal Jade- Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Kyanite and Transvaal Jade Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kyanite and Transvaal Jade Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kyanite and Transvaal Jade Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kyanite is 3.55-3.73 whereas that of Transvaal Jade is 3.55-3.73.