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Melanite and Kyanite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.70-4.103.53-3.65
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Splintery, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
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[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-74-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Melanite and Kyanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Melanite 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 Melanite and Kyanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Melanite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Melanite and Kyanite Specific Gravity

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