Kyanite and Zircon Physical Properties

Kyanite

Zircon

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

insoluble

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.53-3.65

3.93-4.73

1.5 Fracture

Splintery, Brittle, Metallic

Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

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

{110} and {111}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

4-7

7.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

ZrSiO₄

Kyanite and Zircon Chemical Formula

While comparing Kyanite and Zircon 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 Zircon chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO₄

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Kyanite and Zircon Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kyanite and Zircon Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kyanite and Zircon Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kyanite is 3.93-4.73 whereas that of Zircon is 3.93-4.73.