Londonite and Kyanite Cyprine Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.34
3.55-3.70
Fracture
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
None
Not Available
Mohs Hardness
Not Available
4-7
Chemical Composition
(Cs,K,Rb)Al 4Be 4(B,Be) 12O 28Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Al 2SiO 5Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009) More from other references
Londonite and Kyanite Cyprine Chemical Formula
While comparing Londonite and Kyanite Cyprine 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 Londonite and Kyanite Cyprine chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Londonite- (Cs,K,Rb)Al 4Be 4(B,Be) 12O 28Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
- Chemical formula of Kyanite Cyprine- Al 2SiO 5Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009) More from other references
Londonite and Kyanite Cyprine Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Londonite and Kyanite Cyprine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Londonite and Kyanite Cyprine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Londonite is 3.55-3.70 whereas that of Kyanite Cyprine is 3.55-3.70.