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Rossmanite and Kyanite Physical Properties


Kyanite and Rossmanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Brittle   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3   
3.53-3.65   

Fracture
Brittle, Metallic   
Splintery, Brittle, Metallic   

Cleavage
None   
[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between   

Mohs Hardness
Not Available   
4-7   

Chemical Composition
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Rossmanite and Kyanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rossmanite 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 Rossmanite and Kyanite chemical formula.

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Rossmanite and Kyanite Specific Gravity

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

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