Kyanite and Zoisite Physical Properties

Kyanite

Zoisite

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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

3.53-3.65

3.20-3.50

1.5 Fracture

Splintery, Brittle, Metallic

Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Even

1.6 Cleavage

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

Perfect {010} imperfect {100}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

4-7

6-7

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)

Kyanite and Zoisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kyanite and Zoisite 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 Zoisite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Zoisite- Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)

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Kyanite and Zoisite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kyanite and Zoisite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kyanite and Zoisite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kyanite is 3.20-3.50 whereas that of Zoisite is 3.20-3.50.