Kyanite Cyprine and Augelite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.55-3.70
2.70-2.75
Fracture
Gemstones (2009)
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
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From the Greek for luster, for its pearly luster on the cleavage.
Chemical Composition
Al 2SiO 5Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009) More from other references
Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Kyanite Cyprine and Augelite Chemical Formula
While comparing Kyanite Cyprine and Augelite 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 Cyprine and Augelite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Kyanite Cyprine- Al 2SiO 5Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Augelite- Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Kyanite Cyprine and Augelite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kyanite Cyprine and Augelite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kyanite Cyprine and Augelite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kyanite Cyprine is 2.70-2.75 whereas that of Augelite is 2.70-2.75.