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Orthoclase and Kyanite Physical Properties

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
2.54-2.61
3.53-3.65
1.5 Fracture
Gems, Uneven
Splintery, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Has perfect cleavage on {001} and good cleavage on {010}. Cleavages intersect at 90°.
[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6
4-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Orthoclase and Kyanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Orthoclase 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 Orthoclase and Kyanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Orthoclase- KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Orthoclase and Kyanite Specific Gravity

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