Langbeinite and Kyanite Physical Properties

Langbeinite

Kyanite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Slowly dissolves in water

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available3.53-3.65

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Brittle

Splintery, Brittle, Metallic

1.6 Cleavage

None

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-44-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

Langbeinite and Kyanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Langbeinite and Kyanite 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 Langbeinite and Kyanite chemical formula.

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Langbeinite and Kyanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Langbeinite and Kyanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Langbeinite and Kyanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Langbeinite is 3.53-3.65 whereas that of Kyanite is 3.53-3.65.