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Natrolite and Kyanite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.20-2.26
3.53-3.65
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Gemstones (2009)
Splintery, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {110}
[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
4-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na 2[Al 2Si 3O 10] · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Natrolite and Kyanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Natrolite 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 Natrolite and Kyanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Natrolite- Na 2[Al 2Si 3O 10] · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Natrolite and Kyanite Specific Gravity

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